Key fob know-how
Your Key to the Building: Using Your Fob
Once your fob is activated, it’s your "all-access pass" to Bridge. If you’ve never used a proximity fob before, there is a small trick to the timing to ensure the sensors read it correctly.
🚪 Where Your Fob Works
Your fob is programmed specifically for your needs. It will grant you access to:
- The Main Entrance: Your primary way into the building.
- Common Elements & Amenities: Any shared spaces like the gym, lounge, or terrace.
- Related Floors: The specific floors where amenities are located.
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Parking & Your Floor: Access to the parking garage and the specific residential floor where your suite is located.
Note: For security purposes, your fob will not allow you access to other residential floors that do not house an amenity or your own suite.
🏢 Accessing the Building & Elevator
- Main Entrance: Hold your fob against the black sensor pad for a second or two. The light will turn green, and the door will click open.
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In the Elevator: Hold the fob flatly against the sensor on the button panel for two or three seconds. Once it turns green, press your floor button.
🏠 Your Unit Door: Unlocking & Locking
Your suite door uses the same technology but requires a mechanical turn.
To Unlock:
- Hold the fob against the door knob until the light turns green.
- Turn the knob to the right to unlock.
To Lock:
- Hold the fob against the knob until it turns green.
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Turn the knob to the left until you hear the deadbolt engage.
⚠️ The "Five-Second Rule"
This is the most important part of your suite security:
- The Lag Time: For the first five seconds after locking your door, the fob system is still "active." If you turn the knob immediately, it will simply unlock again.
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The Test: Wait a full five seconds after you hear the bolt click. Then, turn the knob to confirm. If locked properly, the knob should rotate loosely without opening the door.
💡 Pro-Tips for Fob Success
- Avoid the "Tap": Think "hold," not "tap." The system needs a moment to read the data.
- Interference: Avoid keeping your fob tucked behind credit cards in a wallet, as this can block the signal.
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Lost Fobs: If your fob is lost or stolen, notify the Concierge immediately so it can be deactivated for your security.