This exercise currently only affects person-to-person SMS with URL links. However, the blocking of SMS sent by businesses via short codes such as 6XXXX, 3XXXX, 2XXXX and 1XXXX will be implemented at a later phase. In response to this government initiative, Astro customers will no longer receive SMS bills effective 1 August 2023. This change will be carried out in phases.

Please switch your preferred Bill Delivery Method using our self-service portals via My Astro Web or My Astro app. Please click here to download the app on your mobile device or login to My Astro Web.

SecureGo can only be linked to one (1) device per Astro ID for security reasons. This helps to prevent any fraud that compromises your Astro ID or use other devices to register for SecureGo using your Astro ID.

ZEE5 offers a wide range of exclusive content that is available only for ZEE5 premium members, which includes ZEE5 Originals, world-renowned Hollywood flicks, blockbuster Hindi cinemas, superhit regional movies across 18 different languages, American TV shows, documentaries, dubbed movies in regional languages and so much more. With a premium membership, you can enjoy all these exciting content with a seamless ad-free experience.

The recommended home internet speed for a smooth viewing is 30Mbps.

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 S/PDIF Audio and press "OK".

STEP 4

Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.

If you do not remember any of these details, you may follow the steps below:

• Step 1: Visit https://id.astro.com.my/ and click on "Forgot Astro ID?"
• Step 2: Enter your Account / Smartcard Number. If you do not know where to find it, click on “Where to find your Account/ Smartcard Number”

Note: Only Astro customers whose Astro ID is linked to their subscription can retrieve their Astro ID using this method. Otherwise, you will need to create a new account.

1. Open/Download the My Astro app or visit My Astro web.

2. Login with your Astro ID.

3. Go to Account.

4. Under Billing, tap on Auto Debit.

5. Select 'Update expiry date'.

6. Key-in the expiry dates, then tap 'Save'.

7. A successful notification will be displayed.

STEP 1

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

STEP 2

Locate the SIM card at the left side and gently pull it out.

STEP 3

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

STEP 4

Make sure the gold chip is facing down 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 Ultra Box. You should no longer be experiencing this problem.

If issue persist, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form with the error details and provide sim card number for assistance.

Yes, if you terminate your existing Astro plan before the end of your contract period, an early termination fee will apply. This fee is calculated based on your subscribed package, remaining contract duration, and box type.

However, if you terminate your service after completing your contract period, no early termination fee will be charged.

Step 1: User press ‘YELLOW’ button to change mobile number.

Step 2: Scan the QR Code on your Ultra Box/Ulti Box using your mobile phone.

Step 3: Update your mobile number.

Step 4: Click on ‘Mobile number updated’ upon mobile number update completion and continue with OTP validation again.

Step 5: Once the mobile number has been successfully updated, please continue with the activation process.

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

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.

If you experience constant loading or buffering while watching content on the Astro Smart TV app, 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 updates in your TV's Settings menu and install any available updates.

2. Restart Your Devices

• Turn off and restart the following devices:
  • Router
  • Modem (if applicable)
  • Smart TV
• Wait a few minutes for all devices to reconnect and stabilize.
• Relaunch the Astro app and test the VOD content again.

3. Clear the Astro App Cache

• Clear the application cache on your Smart TV.
• After clearing the cache, reopen the Astro app and check if the buffering issue has been resolved.

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.
• Launch the app and test any content again.

5. Still Experiencing Buffering Issues?

• Check whether other devices on the same network are heavily using the internet.
• Use a LAN cable for a more stable connection if possible.

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.

For any transaction, you will be prompted with a push notification alert to replace SMS OTP. Tap on the push notification to view the secure verification screen, that allows you to "Approve" or "Reject" the transaction within 50 seconds. Rejected transactions will not be processed. If transaction is performed from a different device, the push notification alert will still be sent to your SecureGo registered device for approval.

Huawei K562e

Disabling band steering means that there will be two frequency bands available for the users - 2.4GHz and 5GHz.

Note: Band Steering is called Dual-band Combination in the router web interface.

1. Please connect your computer or laptop to your Astro Fibre router using LAN cable. Your LAN cable must be connected from the yellow port of Astro Fibre router (Any available port).
2. Once connected, open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and etc.
3. On the address bar, type http://192.168.100.254 and below page will appear.

Login using your username and password if you have changed the router login setting. Otherwise, your default router login is as per below.

Username: user
Password: user

4. Once you have successfully logged in, the router's web-based setup page will appear.

5. At the top of the page, click Wi-Fi to configure the WiFi parameters.

6. Click on Dual-band Combination button to disable the Band Steering.

7. Set the Wi-Fi name and Wi-Fi Password for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands based on your preference. Then click "Apply" for the changes to take place.

8. Kindly ensure to reconnect your WiFi according your new WiFi name and password.

1. Ensure power cable is connected tightly.

2. Try to use another power socket / power source to eliminate faulty power sockets/power sources which could cause the issue.

3. If the issue persists, submit your feedback form for further assistance.

To set up a Mesh WiFi network around your house, the Mesh unit will need to be paired with the WiFi router. Steps to pair these two devices are as follows:

i. Place the Mesh unit close to the WiFi router (within 2 meters) and power it on

ii. After the Mesh unit starts up, press and hold the WPS buttons of the Mesh unit and the WiFi router for 3 - 5 seconds in turn within 2 minutes

iii. After the WLAN and Internet indicators of the Mesh turns steady blue, the Mesh is connected to the Internet

iv. Move the Mesh to the desired place where you need to expand WiFi and power it on. After the Internet indicator turns steady blue, WiFi is expanded successfully.

You can record your favourite shows, save them to the cloud storage and watch it across any of your devices (Astro Box, Astro GO devices, Multiroom Smart TV).

The minimum internet speed required to stream via Ultra Plug & Play Box is 30Mbps for 4K UHD viewing, and Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play is 10Mbps for HD viewing. For better streaming experience, we recommend 100Mbps and above.

STEP 1

Press "HOME" button on your remote control.

STEP 2

Navigate to Settings and press "OK".

STEP 3

Navigate to Digital Audio and press "OK".

STEP 4

Choose your preferred selection and press “OK”.

STEP 5

Select Yes, continue and press "OK" to confirm on the changes.

Otherwise, select No, go back to cancel.

All Astro equipment is property of Astro and as per our current Terms and & Conditions, customers are required to return them upon termination of Astro services.

Customers are only allowed to choose ONE billing option (either Paper Bill or E-bill or SMS bill). However, customers who opted for Paper Bill will still be able to check their bills through My Astro app and My Astro web.

If your submission was unsuccessful, you can reapply through the My Astro website or app. We strongly advise you to provide your TIN number to facilitate the e-invoice issuance process. Alternatively, you can reach out to us via Astro Help & Support for assistance.

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 Network Settings and press "OK".

STEP 4

Navigate to Network Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 5

Network Diagnostics screen will be displayed accordingly.

Please visit any of Astro’s digital platform that you would like to log into, such as Astro’s official website (www.astro.com.my). Then, create a new Astro ID using your email address or mobile number by clicking “No Astro ID? Create Now!”. After creating your new Astro ID, please use it to log into our digital platforms moving forward.

If you have an active Astro subscription, you may also link it to your Astro ID. Please click here for the guide.

When playing content from the Video On Demand library, a 15-second or 30-second video advertisement(s) will be shown before the On Demand programme starts. All advertisements will display a countdown to indicate the time remaining on the advertisement(s) and will not be skippable.

To find out more information on Astro GO advertising, please click here.

Yes, Astro is bounded by the PDPA. All information received will be used in accordance with our Privacy Notice

Visit https://product.astro.com.my/box or check out our user guide for a quick and easy way to get started!

Only Astro customers with the Sports subscription as part of their Astro TV Pack (Bundle or add-on) will be able to enjoy the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app on their Ultra/Ulti Box.

There will be no penalty imposed upon the removal of Astro GO+ from your subscription.

The Astro Fibre App is supported on all iOS devices version 16 or later and Android devices version 9 or later. To download the app, you may visit your mobile app store and search for “Astro Fibre App”. Alternatively, you may install the app on your mobile device by clicking here (Google Play Store) or here (iOS App Store).

You can access the self-help service 24 hours a day for the following:

1. Check account balance.

2. Refresh your Smartcard if your account is active but TV screen displays "This channel is not included in your subscription" or "We apologise for the service interruption".

3. Check application status.

4. Guide on Self Service troubleshooting guide via SMS Link.

5. Check trouble ticket appointment announcement.

6. Apps Related Self Service login & Activation guide via SMS Link.

7. Apps Related FAQ Details via SMS Link.

If you're interested in subscribing to the HBO Max app via Astro, you can use the My Astro app through the following methods:

• App: Download the My Astro app from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei AppGallery.
• Web: Visit www.astro.com.my/max
• STB: You can subscribe HBO Max by either launching the HBO Max app OR the My Astro app on your Ultra/Ulti Box.
• WhatsApp: You can reach out to us via WhatsApp by typing "Hi" to 03-9543 3838. Then from main menu select Add-on Purchase -> Enter code HBOMAXULT.

Yes, you can activate your access anytime between April 24, 2025, and June 23, 2025, to get 2 months of access to Prime Video at no additional charge. Please note that the offer is subject to change. All sign-ups are also subject to the Prime Video app usage terms and conditions.

Please ensure that your Ultra or Ulti Box is set as the primary (main) decoder to enjoy 2 months of access to Prime Video at no additional charge.

If your primary box is an older model, don’t worry as you can still enjoy this offer by upgrading to an Ultra/Ulti Box within the offer period. Just contact us to arrange your upgrade.

A . Via www.astro.com.my/sunnxt
Sun NXT Lite Flow

• Step 1 : Open the Sun NXT app page on your device and click on “Get or activate Sun NXT now” to log in with your Astro ID and user will proceed Add On subscription.

• Step 2: After successful activation, users will be redirected to the Sun NXT web app.
  Note: An email with an auto-generated password will be sent to the user’s email.

Sun NXT Premium Flow

• Step 1: Open the Sun NXT app page on your device and click on “Get or activate Sun NXT now” to log in with your Astro ID.

• Step 2: After successfully activating the Add-on subscription, users will be redirected to the Sun NXT web app.

B. Via the My Astro App

• Step 1: Download the My Astro app from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Huawei App Gallery.
• Step 2: Go to Account > Subscription > Add-ons > Apps > Sun NXT Premium > Confirm Order.
• Step 3: Press "Get or Activate Sun NXT Now" and follow the on-screen steps.
• Step 4: Once redirected to the Sun NXT app, create a Sun NXT account as instructed.

C. Via the Ultra/Ulti Box
Sun NXT Lite Flow

• Step 1: Launch the Sun NXT app from the rail of apps at the bottom of the screen. Click on ‘Go to Sun NXT app’ at the bottom.
• Step 2: Input email address for activation.
• Step 3: Validate email using an OTP.
• Step 4: Once account is activated & provisioning is successful, Astro will send an email on the auto-generated password upon successful subscription.
• Step 5: The user will be redirected to the partner’s app, where they will land on the Sun NXT main page and they can proceed to log in with their activated account via Astro.

Sun NXT Premium Flow

• Step 1: Launch the Sun NXT app from the rail of apps at the bottom of the screen.
• Step 2: lick on ‘Go to Sun NXT app’ at the bottom.
• Step 3: Input email address for activation.
• Step 4: Validate email using an OTP.
• Step 5: Once account is activated & provisioning is successful, Astro will send an email on the auto-generated password upon successful subscription.
• Step 6: The user will be redirected to the partner’s app, where they will land on the Sun NXT main page and they can proceed to log in with their activated account via Astro.

Astro customers can enjoy a special offer of RM13.90/month (RRP RM13.90/month) when they subscribe to WeTV VIP via Astro.

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

Yes. You can make payment using your credit card via My Astro Portal:

- For One-time payment: All Master/Visa 3D secured debit/credit cards for one-time payment issued by banks in Malaysia

- For Auto-Debit: All Master/Visa/AMEX debit/credit cards issued by banks in Malaysia

You can recover your Prime Video subscription here. Below are the steps.

Step 1: Visit the Recovery Page
Go to: https://www.astro.com.my/account-recovery/prime

Step 2: Log In to Your Astro Account
If prompted, sign in with your Astro ID. If you're already logged in, proceed to the next step.

Step 3: Click “Proceed”
This will initiate the recovery process.

Step 4: View Your Sign-In Hint
A hint for your Prime Video login email/mobile number will be displayed. Use this hint to help you log in to your Prime Video account.

Yes, the monthly subscription fee will be prorated into your Astro bill.

If you are facing this error message on your PVR box when trying to perform actions like record, pause live TV or view recordings, follow below steps.

Note: PVR functionality is only available for Astro customers and is not supported for NJOI customers.

Check your hard disk connectivity.

STEP 1

On your remote, press the “HOME” button and the home menu will be displayed at the bottom of your screen.

STEP 2

Navigate to SETTINGS and press “OK”.

STEP 3

Navigate to STB DIAGNOSTICS and press “OK”.

STEP 4

From the General tab, take a look at the HDD Status.

If status is "Connected", press red button to reboot you decoder.

Wait until the box is on, then try to record any program.

If issue persist, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

If status is "Disconnected", it is likely that the hard disk inside your PVR box is faulty.
Please note that the PVR Box has been discontinued, and you will receive an Ulti or Ultra Box for your replacement.
Submit your Feedback Form and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

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 Parental Control and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Please enter your PIN (Default PIN is 0000).

STEP 5    

Navigate to your preferred category to block and press "OK".

STEP 1

Identify your remote control:

a) Remote control with Astro logo at the bottom of the remote, proceed to STEP 2.

b) Remote control with Astro logo at the top of the remote, proceed to STEP 4

STEP 2 (Astro Logo at the bottom of the Remote)

On your remote, press the “set tv” button and set tv instructions will be displayed on top of your screen:

STEP 3

Follow the steps appear on the TV screen to sync your Astro remote and complete the setup.

STEP 4 (Astro Logo atthe top of the Remote)

Press and hold “tv input” key on bottom left of the remote for 3 seconds until the LED blinks twice.

STEP 5

Enter the 2-digit TV Code of your TV Brand and the LED will blink twice:

STEP 6

Try out the TV controls (TV Standby or adjust Volume) to check if they are working correctly.

STEP 7

Press ok and wait for the LED to blink twice to save the settings.

Below are the details of the Sun NXT pricing options for Astro customers.

The number of concurrent streams depends on your Disney+ subscription plan:

a. Disney+ Standard: Up to 2 concurrent streams

b. Disney+ Premium: Up to 4 concurrent streams

You can access your ZEE5 Premium account on up to five (5) devices at a time, including your Ultra/Ulti Box. To ensure a smoother streaming experience, please sign out from any unused devices.

When Band Steering is disabled, you will see two separate WiFi SSID based on its frequency bands. Example:

i. SSID: SSID2G, Password: 1234567

ii. SSID: SSID5G, Password: 4567890

*WiFi SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of your wireless network, also known as Network ID. It is viewable to anyone with a wireless device within reachable distance of your network.

STEP 1
On your remote, press the HOME button and the menu will be displayed on top of your screen.

STEP 5
Test Connection results will be displayed on the screen.

You may download My Astro App or visit My Astro web to manage your account and information. You also change your contact details via your TV by using the remote. Follow the steps below:


A. My Astro App

Step 1: Log in with your Astro ID
Step 2: Go to the Account tab and select Profile
Step 3: Under Mobile Number, tap the edit icon
Step 4: Select your verification method. The OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
Step 5: Enter the new mobile number and tap Next
Step 6: Enter the OTP sent to the new number and tap Verify
Step 7: A successful notification will be displayed

B. My Astro Web

Step 1: Log in with your Astro ID
Step 2: Go to the Personal Info button
Step 3: Step 3: Under Mobile Number, tap the edit icon
Step 4: Select your verification method. The OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email address.
Step 5: Enter the new mobile number and tap Next
Step 6: Enter the OTP sent to the new number and tap Verify
Step 7: A successful notification will be displayed

C. For Ultra and/or Ulti Users

1. Launch the My Astro app on your Home screen and you will land on your My Astro account dashboard. Then, press the yellow button on your Astro remote control to visit your "Account details".
2. Press the down button to view the "Personal info".
3. Press the left button and focus on the edit icon for the contact details, press on "OK" to change your contact details.

No, you can only stream the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app on one device at a time.