Troubleshoot

Answers to common questions and quick fixes for Cosmo Learning System, Dot, and connectivity issues.

Categories:
  • Most Common Question
  • Cosmo Learning System
  • Cosmo Dot (3rd Party Apps)
  • Hardware Issues

Most Common Question

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Please refer to Cosmo Learning System > Connectivity > My Cosmo Dot won’t connect to the app.

Each Cosmo Dot can be connected both with the Cosmo Learning Suite and 3rd-party apps and devices. Therefore, each Cosmo Dot operates in two modes.

  1. Cosmo Mode: When in this mode, your Dot works with either Cosmo Training or Cosmo Switch app. In this mode, the Dot lights up white when you turn it on.
  2. Switch Mode: Once you’ve customised your Dot via the Cosmo Switch Setup app, it is in the Switch Mode (able to connect with external devices). In this mode, your Dot lights up in alternating blue / rainbow colours.To be able to connect with either of the apps, your Dot has to be in the Cosmo Mode. To restore it to the Cosmo Mode, press the blue power button continuously for 7-8 seconds until the device blinks white.
  3. To be able to connect with either of the apps, your Dot has to be in the Cosmo Mode. To restore it to the Cosmo Mode, press the blue power button continuously for 7-8 seconds until the device blinks white.

A full charge gives each Dot around 10 hours of use. The Dot should light up green when fully charged. If this doesn’t happen, you can check the Dot battery level in the Cosmo Training (>Dot Settings) or Cosmo Switch setup app.

Cosmo Dots are highly durable and designed to last for years. While it’s fine to tap them with your feet during exercises, we do not recommend standing on them with your full body weight or subjecting them to rough handling. Please remember that Cosmo Dots are electronic devices equipped with touch-sensitive sensors. Continuous dropping, throwing, or other forms of mishandling may cause damage.

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Cosmo Dot is compatible with Windows, iOS, Chrome OS, Android, Linux.

Cosmo Learning System is compatible with iPad iOS 15+

Cosmo Learning System

Connectivity

1. Dot blinks red after powering on:

The Dot is out of charge. Please connect it to the charging kit provided.

2. Cosmo Dot doesn’t turn on.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to
hello@explorecosmo.com.
If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem.
You can also reach us by phone at
+44 7442 674373.
We’ll respond within 24 hours.

3. Cosmo Dot lights up white but doesn’t connect.

Step 1: Restart the Dot. Did the Dot connect to the app? You can check if it connected successfully in the Dot Settings.

Step 2: Restart Bluetooth on your iPad.

Step 3: Turn off Cosmo Dot Setup app / Cosmo Learning on all other devices.

Step 4: Restart the Cosmo Dot Setup app.

If the issue continues, please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to
hello@explorecosmo.com.
You can also reach us by phone at
+44 7442 674373.
We’ll respond within 24 hours.

4. Dot lights up alternating blue / rainbow.

Your Dot is currently in Accessibility Mode. Press the blue power button continuously
for 7–8 seconds until the device blinks white.

5. Dot is blinking in pink/blue lights.

Your Dot has reached the limit of available Bluetooth connections.
Connect your Dot with the Cosmo Dot Setup (formerly Cosmo Switch Setup) app → Tap on
“Forget Pairings” in the top right corner → Scroll down and tap Save.

Activity setup

The Dot Settings section of the Cosmo Learning app (formerly Cosmo Training) allows for a quick personalisation of the Dot settings to the individual learner needs, such as:

  1. Colours (12 colours)
  2. Brightness (five levels between 0-100%)
  3. Touch sensitivity (changes how sensitive to touch pressure the Dot is)
  4. Click Sound (adds a subtle “click” sound to improve accessibility for learners with limited vision)
  1. Customise the number of Dots from one to eight by tapping the Dot number icons within each activity.
  2. Adjust touch-sensitivity, brightness and colours of the Dots from in Dot Settings.
  3. Activate distraction-free settings of the Cosmo activities e.g. select Distraction Free background in Fireworks.
  4. Toggle on and off Sound and Music.
  5. Add your learners’ favourite music by importing tracks from iTunes or Apple Music (requires subscription) in the Music Track field within each activity.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Compatibility

No, the Cosmo Learning app (formerly Cosmo Training) is currently available only for iPad. If you would like to connect Dots with 3rd-party apps, explore the Cosmo Dot page.

Cosmo Learning System is compatible with iPad iOS 15+. The app is optimised for newer iPad models running iOS 15+. Older devices (iPad Air 2, iPad 7th gen) are supported but may experience slower app loading and overall performance. If you experience any technical issues, please contact our team at hello@explorecosmo.com or+44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Data Privacy

Please refer to our Privacy Policy

Please refer to our Privacy Policy

Cosmo Dot (3rd Party Apps)

Dot settings

  1. Select Colour (12 colours)
  2. Select Character:
    – Space: Play/Pause; Move to the next item (AAC apps)
    – Enter: Select an item (browser, AAC apps)
    – Tab: Move to next item (browser, AAC apps)
    – Arrow up/down/left/right: Mirrors the keyboard arrow keys, usually used for playing games.
    – Left/Right click: Mirrors the mouse left and right button.
    – Volume up/down: Controls volume
    – Play/Pause: Controls media
    – Mute/Unmute: Controls media
    – F7/F8/~1/~3: Specific Windows functions
  3. Responsiveness: Adjust how sensitive the Dot is to touch (0-100%).
  4. Brightness: Control how bright the Dot’s light is (0-100%)
  5. Light Mode: Choose how the Dot lights up when pressed (five modes available).
  6. Output
- On press: The chosen character/action is triggered when the Dot is pressed down.
- On release: The chosen character/action is triggered when you lift your hand off the Dot.
  7. Activation Delay (press and hold activation): Sets how long the user must press the Dot before it activates an action. Helps prevent accidental or repeated activations caused by uncontrolled or involuntary movements (0 to 1.5 sec).
  8. Battery Saving:
    – OFF: The Dot will automatically power off after 4 hours of inactivity.
    – ON: After 20 minutes of inactivity, the Dot’s light will turn off, but the Dot will remain connected. The Dot will fully power off after 3 hours of inactivity.
  9. Sound Level: Adds a soft “click” sound to support users with low vision (Off, Low, Medium, High).
  10. Ignore Repeat: Treats continuous pressing as a single activation—useful for users who may rest on the Dot or press for longer than intended.
  1. Colours (12 colours)
  2. Responsiveness: Changes how sensitive to touch pressure the Dot is.
  3. Brightness (0-100%)
  4. Light Mode: Changes how the Dot lights up when pressed (5 modes)
  5. Output
- On press: Activates the character on your device when Dot is pressed.
- On release: Activates the character on your device when Dot is released.
  6. Sound Level: Adds a subtle “click” sound to improve accessibility for learners with limited vision (Off, Low, Med, High).
  7. Ignore Repeat: Continuous Dot pressing is treated as one press.

Connectivity

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at+44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

1. Dot blinks red after powering on:

The Dot is out of charge. Please connect it to the charging kit provided.

2. Cosmo Dot doesn’t turn on:

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 647373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

3. Cosmo Dot lights up white but doesn’t connect:

  1. Step 1: Restart the Dot. Did the Dot connect to the app? You can check if the Dot connected successfully in the Dot Settings.
  2. Step 2: Restart Bluetooth on your iPad.
  3. Step 3: Turn off Cosmo Dot Setup app / Cosmo Learning on all other devices.
  4. Step 4: Restart the Cosmo Dot Setup app.

4. Dot lights up alternating blue / rainbow:

Your Dot is currently in Accessibility Mode. Please press the blue power button continuously for 7-8 seconds until the device blinks white.

5. Dot is blinking in pink/blue lights:

The Dot has reached the limit of available Bluetooth connections. Connect your Dot with the Cosmo Dot Setup (formerly Cosmo Switch Setup) app. Tap on “Forget Pairings” in the top right corner > Scroll down and tap Save.

Please refer to the Cosmo Dot onboarding guide.

Please refer to the full Cosmo Dot onboarding guide.

Compatibility

Cosmo Dot is compatible with many 3rd-party applications, such as AAC apps, media players, online games etc.

Cosmo Dot is compatible with Windows, iOS, Chrome OS, Android, Linux.

Hardware Issues

Technical

The Dot is mechanically damaged. If your Dot is still under warranty, please contact us at hello@explorecosmo.com to arrange a free replacement. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours. If your Dot is out of warranty, you can buy a new Dot in the Cosmo Shop or through your local reseller.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

Please email a description of the issue you’re experiencing to hello@explorecosmo.com. If possible, include a short video demonstrating the problem. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours.

The Dot is out of charge. Please connect it to the charging kit provided.

Hardware features & maintenance

When a Firmware Update is available, you will see a notification in the Dot Settings screen in the Cosmo Learning app (formerly Cosmo Training).

Please use sanitisable wipes to clean Dots. Please note that Cosmo Dots aren’t waterproof and shouldn’t be submerged in water.

Please use the charging cables provided in your Cosmo box.

If your Dot is still under warranty, please contact us at hello@explorecosmo.com to arrange a free replacement. You can also reach us by phone at +44 7442 674373. We’ll respond within 24 hours. If your Dot is out of warranty, you can buy a new Dot in the Cosmo Shop or through your local reseller.

Yes. You can attach Dots using:

  • Magnets: Watch this video to see how. Please note that magnets are a swallowing hazard and may interfere with pacemakers. Refer to the full magnet safety leaflet included in your Cosmo box.
  • Velcro pads: Stick one pad to the bottom of your Dot and the other to the surface where you want to mount it.
  • Mounting plates: We recommend using the Rehadapt mounting solution.
  • Colours (12 colours)
  • Brightness (five levels between 0-100%)
  • Touch sensitivity (changes how sensitive to touch pressure the Dot is)
  • Click Sound (adds a subtle “click” sound to improve accessibility for learners with limited vision)
  • Add other settings

No. Cosmo Dots aren’t waterproof and shouldn’t be submerged in water. However, you can clean the Dots with sanitisable wipes in between uses.

A full charge provides each Dot with approximately 10 hours of use. The Dot should illuminate green when fully charged. If it does not, you can check the battery level in the Cosmo Learning app (under Dot Settings) or in the Cosmo Dot Setup app (formerly Cosmo Switch Setup). If the Dots won’t be used for an extended period, we recommend charging them periodically to help prevent battery deterioration.

Cosmo Dots are highly durable and designed to last for years. While it’s fine to gently tap them with your feet during exercises, we do not advise standing on them with your full body weight or subjecting them to rough handling. Please remember that Cosmo Dots are electronic devices equipped with touch-sensitive sensors. Continuous dropping, throwing, or other forms of mishandling may cause damage.

  • Colours (12 colours)
  • Touch-sensitivity: Adjust how sensitive the Dot is to touch (0-100%).
  • Brightness: Control how bright the Dot’s light is (0-100%)
  • Sound Level: Adds a soft “click” sound to support users with low vision.