STEP 1

Switch off the power for your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2

Locate the Smartcard at the front or right side and gently pull it out make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 3

Wipe the Smartcard's gold chip clean using a dry soft cloth.

STEP 4

Make sure the gold chip is facing upwards and reinsert it all the way in.

STEP 5

Switch on the power for your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is on.

Please wait for 5 minutes.

STEP 6

Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this problem.

If issue persist, please submit your feedback form with error details and attach a picture of your sim card number for assistance.

The iQIYI app offers subtitles in multiple languages for all their content excluding some variety shows. However, no dubbing option is available yet. You will be able to select or switch off your subtitles when you play your video in full screen.

Starting 7 October 2026, Disney+ will transition to a new Disney+ app experience. Astro customers can continue enjoying Disney+ via Astro with no changes to their Disney+ subscription or monthly fee.

Customers who stream via Astro Ultra or Ulti Box will have the new app made available automatically, while customers who stream on personal devices will simply need to download the new Disney+ app to continue watching Disney+.

Existing customers can sign in using the same email address or mobile number associated with their existing Disney+ account.

For further information and support relating to the Disney+ app experience or app-related features, please visit the Disney+ Help Centre.

STEP 1

On your remote, press the HOME button and the home menu will be displayed on top of your screen.

STEP 2

Navigate to Settings.

STEP 3

Navigate to Remote Control Settings and press "OK".

STEP 4

Follow the steps appear on the screen to sync your Astro remote.

Astro introduces the new Ulti Box with a redesigned new interface, Cloud recording feature, enhanced search capabilities and more. Just connect the all new Ulti Box to the Internet and take control of your entertainment and stream up to 100,000 videos on demand, anytime.

The features of the new Ulti Box include:

· New Home Screen -Everything you see is yours

· Discover Video on Demand (VOD) - Discover 100,000 videos, stream anytime, anywhere

· Search - Search for your favorite show or video faster and easier

· Play from Start - Missed the start of the show? Just restart.

· Stop Here, Continue There -Stop on one screen and continue on another device

· Multi-Screen - Stream seamlessly across any device

· Cloud Recording - Record all the programmers you want at the same time

. **Continuous viewing - Enable to continue watching your favorite shows during raining.

We recommend an Internet speed of 10Mbps and above for optimal access to cloud recording, streaming on demand videos and search functions.

Note: ** Except 4K UHD, Astro First and all radio channels

Download the iQIYI app > Select "Profile" > Click on "Log in with Astro ID" > Click on "Do not have an Astro ID? Click here".

You may cancel your iQIYI subscription in the app by following these steps:
Step 1: Go to Home Page
Step 2: Click on "VIP subscription"
Step 3: Click on "Manage VIP subscription" (Gear icon)
Step 4: Click on "Cancel VIP subscription"

If you encounter this message while using the Astro app on your Smart TV, please follow the steps below:

1. Update Your Smart TV Software

• Ensure your Smart TV is running the latest software or firmware version.
• Check for available updates in your TV's Settings menu and install them if available.

2. Restart Your Devices

• Turn off and restart the following devices:

• Router
• Modem (if applicable)
• Smart TV

• Wait a few minutes for the internet connection to stabilize.
• Launch the Astro Smart TV app again and test the playback.

3. Clear the Astro App Cache

• Clear the application cache on your Smart TV.
• Once completed, reopen the Astro app and check if the issue persists.

4. Reinstall the Astro App

• Uninstall the Astro app from your Smart TV.
• Download and install the latest version from your TV's app store.
• Open the app and test the playback again.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Astro ID use
• Smart TV model
• OS version
• Type of internet connection (Wi‑Fi or LAN)
• Screenshot/photo of the error message

This will help our support team investigate and assist you further.

Yes, you can. Once you update your email address, your next e‑bill will be delivered to the new email address you’ve provided. It’s important to make sure your email address is accurate so you can continue receiving your monthly e‑bill without interruption.

Click here for a step‑by‑step guide on how to update your email address.

You may retain your watch history and settings of your existing Netflix account by using the same email of your Netflix account during the linking of your Netflix account with Astro.

The main features and changes in this update are the revamped look and feel of Astro's user interface on the Astro Ultra/Ulti Boxes and Astro GO, which include redesigns to the Astro interface that consists of title rows at the Home Page to feature popular franchises, new live programmes posters and changes to the menu bar for easier navigation; auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO; as well as a Picture-in-Picture mode that shrinks your video player so you can keep watching your favourite shows while using other apps.

The details of each feature are:

• New Astro user interface
• Picture-in-picture mode
• Auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO

For more info, please read our dedicated FAQ on this here.

Service Tax is charged based on the date the service is rendered. For services rendered on or after 1st March 2024, the Service Tax rate would be at 8% whilst for services enjoyed before 1st March 2024, the Service Tax rate would be 6%.

electronic Know-Your-Customer (eKYC) is an online process of identifying and verifying individual customers using electronic means. This enables a person to be an Astro customer anytime and anywhere, hassle-free and helps to secure your Astro account by protecting it from unauthorised usage.

The Viu app offers subtitles in English for all content and Bahasa Malaysia for selected content.
Additionally, dubbing in Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia and Cantonese is also available for
selected titles. You will be able to select or switch off subtitles and dubbing when you play
videos in full screen.

You can cancel your Simply South subscription here. Kindly note that we will not be able to offer a refund if you do decide to leave Simply South app before your subscription ends.

You will receive two SMS notifications with tracking numbers separately from the courier service, one for the Plug & Play Box and one for the Astro SIM card. Please expect these SMS notifications to be sent to you within 2-3 working days upon successful order submission (online or via retailer).

The TVBAnywhere+ app supports seven languages: Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, Vietnamese, Thai, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia. For major drama titles, subtitles are available in Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia. Subtitle availability may vary depending on the title.

The minimum recommended internet speed is 10 Mbps for HD videos and 30 Mbps for 4K UHD videos.

You will be able to watch almost immediately while the content streams through your Astro Box. Buffer time for the video to load will depend on the speed of your broadband.

Kindly refer to the steps below to log in:

STEP 1

Click on the Disney+ app logo under the Apps rail on your Home page

STEP 2

Select Log In

STEP 3

Scan the QR code or visit the website on screen to log in

STEP 4

Key in the on-screen code to pair your TV

STEP 5

Enter your email address or mobile number associated with your Disney+ subscription

STEP 6

Select whether you want your OTP to be sent to your email address or mobile number

STEP 7

Key in your OTP

STEP 8

Review and agree to the Disney+ terms

Only applicable to first time log in to Disney+ after the app migration

STEP 9

Create your user profiles

Only applicable to first time log in to Disney+ after the app migration

STEP 10

Select your user profile on your TV screen to start watching

Real-time payments are posted almost instantaneously. However, daily system maintenance occurs between 12AM to 3AM - any payment made during this period will be delayed until system maintenance is complete.

Yes, your information will still be available in the HBO Max app if you choose to sign in using the same email address as your current Astro login.

No. You will need to use a Malaysian mobile number registered with a local mobile network operator to register and activate your Disney+ subscription through Astro.

a) Launch the app on your new Smart TV device and follow the instructions on screen to log in.

b) You will receive a notification on your mobile that the maximum no. of registered devices has been reached and see the list of registered devices.

c) Choose the old Smart TV to be removed and your new Smart TV will be added automatically.

Please refer to these FAQs for more information, or click here to learn more and sign up for the Ulti Box. Alternatively, you may call 03-7481 8000 to get in touch with an Astro representative.

STEP 1

While watching linear channel, press “OK” to launch player banner.

STEP 2

Press “OK” again to Pause. You will see an Icon on the left of TV screen.

STEP 3

Press “OK” again to resume the program.

STEP 4

Navigate to Back To Live TV and press "OK" to go back to the live view.

My Astro is an easy-to-use, free mobile phone app and responsive web portal that helps Astro customers to manage their Astro accounts. My Astro app allows customers to manage their accounts, pay bills, and get any support they need. In addition, customers can find and purchase the latest shows to be viewed on their Astro Box or on Astro GO. Customers can also receive news about Astro's latest products and content offerings.

Download My Astro app or visit the My Astro website.

No, the Astro Fibre App is a free mobile application for all Astro Fibre customers with the RG21 router or RG31 (launching soon) router. However we may introduce paid services in the future via the app.

Customer can return the Ultra Box / Ulti Box by dropping to the nearest Astro Authorize Courier Partner and the adjustment will be made into the next bill once the box received.

Please refer to these FAQs for more information, or click here to learn more and sign up for the Ultra Box. Alternatively, you may call 03-7481 8000 to get in touch with an Astro representative.

Astro Multiroom service mirrors all content from your primary subscription, except selected Special Interest and pay-per-view channels such as Astro First/Best movies.

For customers with Multiroom box, the Plug & Play setup with Astro Broadband will not have access to NHK World. The Plug & Play setup without Astro Broadband will not have access to NHK World.

We would need you to run few tests in order for us to understand your issue and to assist you in fixing the problem.

You may proceed with the troubleshooting steps below which should not require any longer than 15 minutes.

1. Please run each of the tests according to your your Laptop/PC Software.
2. Compile the pictures / screenshots of your test results in one file (i.e Microsof Word document, PDF file) and attach them in the Support Ticket below in order for us to assist you further:
   • List of websites effected.
   • Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
   • Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
   • Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.
3. Once you've gathered all the results, kindly send them all through the Feedback Form below.

Quick Info
A Speedtest is a service that provides free analysis of Internet access parameters, such as connection data rate.

A Ping Test shows how long it takes for packets to reach host.

A Traceroute Test traces the route of packets to destination host from our server.

If you did not receive the recovery email or verification code, please make sure that:

1. You are entering the correct email address or mobile number you used to register for your Astro ID.
2. Check your junk mailbox or spam folder.

To find out which email or phone number you have used to register your Astro ID, you may submit a feedback form. Kindly select feedback type "I have an enquiry/issue with Apps" choose "Astro GO"

We will get in touch with you within 48 hours to solve your enquirie

Astro subscribers will have the freedom to subscribe to Netflix via Astro, or they may also choose to continue subscribing via Netflix directly on their own.

All existing or new Astro customers who meet the following criteria may upgrade to the Ultra Box:

1. Have an internet connection at home (recommended>10Mbps speed)
2. Maintain a minimum subscription with a HD + Recording service

If you live in a high-rise building, please call us at 03- 7481 8000 to check if your building can support the Ultra Box. If your high-rise building allows for the set-up of individual dishes you will be able to upgrade to the Ultra Box, subject to the criteria above.

If you would like to access our 4K UHD content via the Astro UHD channel 805 and UHD content on VOD, Astro Best and Astro First. We also recommend:

1. 4K UHD supported TV that is HDCP2.2 compliant
2. Internet connection of at least 30Mbps

Note: If you do not have an internet connection at home, you may take up the Ultra Box bundled with Astro™'s broadband package with rebates of up to RM30/month. For more details and to sign up for Astro & Broadband, please click here.

Please contact your issuing bank for further information. Astro does not directly handle standing instructions. Please utilise our auto-debit facility if you would like hassle-free payments.

Once you have received the eKYC link, you need to complete the verification within 3 days.

The storage requirement is dependent on the type of videos users are downloading as the space needed varies between titles.

Ready to start watching on Astro Go? Simply log in using the Astro ID linked to your Astro account on a supported device. If you haven’t created your Astro ID yet, you can refer to the guide here. Then, follow the step-by-step guide below and you’ll be ready to enjoy Astro Go in no time.

Step 1: Tap on the download link to download Astro Go app on your device.

Step 2: Tap on "Get" or "Install" to download Astro Go app into your device.

Step 3: Upon downloading, launch the app on your homepage and sign in with your Astro ID.

Don’t have an Astro ID? Create one by following these steps.

Step 4: You’re all set! Enjoy a world of entertainment in the palm of your hand.

Supported mobile devices include:

- iPhones and iPads: iOS 16.0 or later.

- Android smartphones and tablets: Android 7.0 or later.

To watch on your computer or laptop, visit astrogo.astro.com.my using your web browser.

No. An Astro-billed Disney+ subscription cannot be transferred to a Disney+-billed subscription.

If you choose to subscribe directly with Disney+, your subscription and billing will be managed by Disney+. We recommend reviewing your current Disney+ subscription arrangement before signing up to ensure it best meets your needs.

Please note that subscribing directly through Disney+ while maintaining an active Astro-billed Disney+ subscription may result in you having multiple Disney+ subscriptions and being charged separately for each subscription.

Your bill statement will include details of your monthly subscription charges; e.g. charges for your chosen Astro packages and Broadband service. It will also show the time period of which your first bill will cover, as well as indicate how much the total charges are and when the payment due date is.

Moving forward, all customers on any Bundle which includes Movies Pack, those with the Movies Add‑On, customers subscribed to the HBO Pack Add‑On, as well as customers on the Astro One Epic Pack who wish to continue enjoying HBO content can subscribe to the HBO Max app as an ala carte add‑on via Astro from RM24.90/month.

No, customers without an Ultra/Ulti Box will not be able to enjoy Sun NXT via their Astro Box. However, they can enjoy Sun NXT on their mobile devices. To enjoy Sun NXT on their big screen, customers can upgrade to an Ulti/Ultra box. Customers can check their eligibility for the free box swap by logging into the My Astro app or by contacting Astro’s customer service at 03 9543 3838.

The following Smart TV models are supported:
a) Samsung TV (2020 models and above) with Tizen OS 4.0+

b) LG TV (2020 models and above) with WebOS 4.0+

c) Android TV (Android 8.0 and above)
Please refer to the complete list of Android TV brands supported by the Astro Smart TV app below:

*Also supported on Google TV, Oppen, CAIXUN, Mecoo

No, anyone can make payments on your behalf as long as the credit card is used by the owner themselves.

Please check your internet speed and connection status. If your internet is working without any issues, please logout & login into the app again.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.

Customers are only required to return their Ultra Box or Ulti Box with the SIM Card. There is no requirement to return the remote control, power cables, or the satellite dish/outdoor unit (ODU). For these items, please recycle them at registered collection centres which can be found here.

TVBAnywhere+ is the global streaming app from Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) and is available as an add on for all Astro customers. It offers a vast library of over 40,000 hours of Chinese entertainment, including the latest drama series, variety shows, evergreen classics, and unlimited TVB originals. Customers can enjoy these shows anytime, anywhere.

Key features include:

• Up to two concurrent streams per account
• Watch on the big screen via Astro’s Ultra/Ulti Box, Android TVs, and selected Samsung and LG Smart TVs.
• Subtitles and dubbing in multiple languages: major dramas are available in Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Indonesia.

Astro Fibre WiFi router is a dual-band edge Residential Gateway which supports two frequency bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

Once the e-invoicing is activated, you cannot change your bill delivery method. If you do, your e-invoice will be automatically deactivated.

You will be able to watch the same video on demand content on your Ultra/Ulti Box as the ZEE5 mobile app or website. However, ZEE5 live channels are currently not available on the Ultra/Ulti Box. Please stay tuned for updates!