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Frequently Asked Questions
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We provide one stop service to apply Astro and Broadband for you.
You can avoid driving and queuing at the sales counter. We are the dealer that can help you to handle your application from the beginning to the end.
We do not charge you when you apply from us. There is no credit card information required to apply here. Charges are the same as you apply from the sales counter.
First, you can apply online, we will get back to you immediately during business hour. WhatsApp/Email/Fax us your Photocopy of IC (for malaysian) / Passport (for foreigners). When we receive all the information, we will proceed with your application immediately.
Once we receive your application with complete information, we will process your application immediately during business hour. The contractor from the service provider will then contact you for installation appointment once your application is approved.
Enjoy greater savings and hassle-free bill payment in one single bill for both Astro and Broadband. You get to enjoy Astro and Broadband at discounted price every month over the contract period of 24 months.
Astro offers multiple TV packs including Entertainment, Sports, Movies and Kids options. You can choose a pack that matches your viewing preferences and add optional streaming apps where available.
Yes, you may subscribe to Astro TV packs without bundling broadband. However, bundling Astro TV with Fibre Broadband may provide better monthly savings and convenience with a single bill.
For small households with light streaming and browsing, 100Mbps is usually sufficient. Larger families, gamers or heavy streamers may benefit from 500Mbps or 1Gbps plans for smoother performance across multiple devices.
Most Astro TV and Fibre broadband plans come with a 24-month contract. Early termination charges may apply if cancellation is made before the contract ends.
Yes, you may upgrade your TV pack or broadband speed at any time, subject to eligibility and coverage. A new contract period may apply depending on the upgrade.
Your monthly bill will be issued directly by Astro. You may receive it via email or access it through your Astro account. Bundled customers will receive a single combined bill for TV and broadband services.
Payment methods may include online banking, auto debit, credit card or other approved payment channels provided by Astro. Our team can guide you during the registration process.
If you experience any service interruption, you may contact Astro customer support for technical assistance. In many cases, issues can be resolved remotely or a technician will be arranged if necessary.
Yes, relocation is subject to service availability at your new address. Relocation charges and contract adjustments may apply depending on your plan.
No, you do not need a credit card to submit your application. Payment setup will be arranged directly with Astro after your service is approved.
Selected Astro TV packs allow optional add-ons such as streaming services depending on current promotions and availability. Additional monthly charges may apply.
Yes, a WiFi router is typically provided during fibre installation. The router model may vary depending on the selected broadband speed plan.
Yes, we will check the service coverage at your address before proceeding with your application to ensure broadband is available at your location.
For Malaysians, please provide a copy of your MyKad. For foreigners, provide a copy of your passport when submitting your broadband application.
After your application is approved, the service provider typically contacts you within 2 to 7 working days to arrange the broadband installation appointment.
Most Astro Broadband plans come with a 24-month contract starting from your installation date. If you relocate, a new 24-month contract may apply at your new address.
Yes, you can relocate your broadband service, subject to service availability at the new address. Your contract may reset for another 24 months from the new installation date.
Yes, you may request to relocate broadband devices within your home. Non-standard installation charges may apply and are payable to the installer directly after assessment.
Yes, you can switch to Astro Broadband. To avoid service interruption, it is recommended to activate the new service before terminating your current broadband contract.
Standard installations may be free during promotions, but non-standard installations (e.g., device relocation or complex wiring) may incur extra charges payable directly to the installer.
You will not be able to switch between channels, use the app as a remote control, view favorite channels and programmes, use programme showtime reminder, and remote record feature.
1. Tune to Astro channel 200 - select "Add-Ons"

2. Select the option for Monthly Subscription

3. Send the WhatsApp code as per displayed on the TV screen

For any technical issues, you may visit Astro's Help & Support page or contact Astro via WhatsApp at 03-9543 3838 by typing PNP.
For customers subscribed to our New Astro Packs (for example: Primary, Entertainment or Sports Packs), you will be charged a one-off switching fee of RM10 (excl. govt tax) if you decide to switch to another ala-carte add-on with a lower fee. For example, removing Korean add-on (RM9.99/month) and purchasing Horror add-on (RM5.99/month) will incur a RM10 (excl. govt tax) switching fee to your account.
For customers subscribed to our Old Astro Packs (for example: Super or Dynasty Packs), there will be a one-off switching fee of RM10 (excl. govt tax) if you decide to switch to another ala-carte add-on with a lower or same fee. For example, removing Korean add-on (RM9.99/month) and purchasing Horror add-on (RM5.99/month) OR Kids add-on (RM9.99/month) will incur a RM10 (excl. govt tax) switching fee to your account.
Please refer below to set up your Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box.
To connect via LAN cable:
- Switch off your old Astro box.
- To connect your Plug& Play Box via LAN cable:
a) Remove the LAN cable from your old Astro box and connect the LAN cable to your new Plug & Play Box.
i) For Maxis IPTV customers, keep the other end of the LAN cable connected to your router.
ii) For TIME IPTV customers, go to the other end of the same LAN cable, plug it out from your modem, and into any LAN port on your router. Ensure that you’re not plugging your LAN cable back into the same box.
Note: If you have a two-in-one modem & router, you can skip Step ii).
To connect via Wi-Fi:
Remove your LAN cable from your old Astro box, and do not plug it into your new Plug & Play Box.
If you accidently clicked “delete my account†on the Astro Fibre app, you will bedirected to submit a request via Feedback Form as the image below.

If you submit a request, our Astro representative will get back to you within 3 business days to learn more about the issue(s) you are currently facing with the app. Customers may proceed to permanently delete their account during the call if they wish. Once complete, your Astro ID will be deleted and you will be unlinked from all Astro apps and services including partner apps that are associated with your Astro ID including Astro GO, My Astro, Astro Awani, Syok, beIN SPORTS CONNECT, iQIYI, TVBAnywhere+,HBO GO, Gempak, XUAN, Astro Ulagam etc.
You may create another Astro ID by following the steps here and re-link your new account to all Astro apps and services, including partner apps.
The warranty period will be 24 months.
Please note that only one Disney+ Hotstar access is bundled to each Movies Pack subscription which allows two concurrent streams on Disney+ Hotstar.
No, you are still able to access HBO Go on your current Movies pack.
Please ensure you:
a. Have your original identification card “MyKad” (Front & Back) with you (Malaysian).
b. Have your original Passport & Visa with you (Non-Malaysian).
c. Are in a brightly lit environment
Upon completion of the termination process, customer will receive one last closing bill stating the total amount due to Astro according to their billing option.
For customers who had opted to switch their billing option to e-bill or SMS bill, they will receive their final bill accordingly.
For customers who opted for paper bill, they will receive the final bill via paper bill. (The Paper Bill Charge will be applied).
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 Menu Language and press "OK".

STEP 4
Navigate to your preferred language selection and press “OK”.

STEP 1
Switch OFF the power of your Ultra / Ulti box and make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2
Switch ON the power of your Ultra / Ulti box and make sure that the adapter's power light is on.

STEP 3
Put the box on standby mode.

STEP 4
Press and hold the Home button on the box.

STEP 5
Wait until "boot" appear on the front panel and released.

STEP 6
When “boot” appears, press “Standby”, “Left “, “Up” continuously until Auto Update appear on box screen and Software Update progress on TV.


STEP 1
Switch OFF the power of your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2
Switch ON the power of your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is on.

STEP 3
Press Standby, Ch+, Standby keys on the box simultaneously when the "boot" message appears on the box front panel.
The Software Update progress screen will appears.
The update will take 10 - 15 minutes to complete. Please be patience.


STEP 1
Switch OFF the power of your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2
Switch ON the power of your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is on.

STEP 3
Press the standby button repeatedly after switch on the power.

STEP 4
Press "OK".

STEP 5
The Software Update progress screen will appears.
The update will take 10 - 15 minutes to complete.
Please be patience.

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 and press "OK".

STEP 3
Navigate to STB Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 4
Navigate to Network Diagnostics and press "OK" .

STEP 5
Please ensure the Tunes service multicast status is Multicast Up.
If the status is Multicast is Not Available, please reboot the decoder and router before verifying this status.
If issue persists, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form with error details and attach a picture of your Network Diagnostics.
There are various offers currently available for both existing and new customers:
- Existing Astro TV Customers
You may choose from a selection of Astro Fibre speeds from 50Mbps to 800Mbps to accompany your Astro TV Packs from as low as RM60/month for 50Mbps or RM90/month for 100Mbps. That is more than RM900 of savings in total across all speed plans from 50Mbps to 800Mbps. On top of this offer, you will also get to enjoy a complimentary speed upgrade for 24 months if you subscribe within 24 November 2023 to 31 May 2024. This is part of Astro’s initiative to give better value to support loyal customers, and the full details of this offer are as follows:
| Sign Up Speed | Upgraded Speed | Upgrade Duration | Original Price | Promotion Price | Rebates |
| 50Mbps | 100Mbps | 24 months | RM99/month | RM60/month | RM39/month |
| 100Mbps | 500Mbps | 24 months | RM129/month | RM90/month | |
| 500Mbps | 800Mbps | 24 months | RM189/month | RM150/month | |
| 800Mbps | N/A | N/A | RM249/month | RM210/month |
*Offers applicable to non-Primary Pack bundles only.
**Speed upgrade offer is only eligible for customers who sign up within 24 November 2023 to 31 January 2024.
- For New Astro Customers
| Sign Up Speed | Upgraded Speed | Upgrade Duration | Original Price | Promotion Price | Rebates |
| 50Mbps | 100Mbps | 24 months | RM99/month | From RM70/month | Up to RM39/month |
| 100Mbps | 500Mbps | 24 months | RM129/month | From RM100/month | |
| 500Mbps | 800Mbps | 24 months | RM189/month | From RM160/month | |
| 800Mbps | N/A | NA | RM249/month | From RM220/month |
*Promotion price is applicable for Astro Fibre bundles only.
**Speed upgrade offer is only eligible for customers who sign up within 24 November 2023 to 31 May 2024.
If you would like to upgrade your pack to include Disney+ Hotstar Premium, please contact Astro Customer Contact Centre at 03 9543 3838. Alternatively, please WhatsApp Astro at 03 9543 3838 and type DH Help for further assistance.
The different light colours on your Astro Ultra Box or Ulti Box informs you on the phase the box is going through.
1. Ultra Box magenta light / Ulti Box purple light - Your box is turned "On".
Press the Home button to launch Video On Demand and stream anytime or press channel number on your remote.
2. Ultra Box / Ulti Box orange light - Your box is on "Standby" mode.
Your box is ready to be turned "On" or leave it in this mode to receive new software updates.
3. Ultra Box / Ulti Box blinking orange light - Your box is booting up.
Please wait a few minutes for the box to start.
4. Ultra Box / Ulti box blinking blue light - Your box is downloading a software update.
Please wait a few minutes for the download to complete.
Yes, Mesh WiFi add-on is available for both Astro Fibre Bundle and Astro Fibre subscription.
If you sign up for Maxis 30/100/300Mbps broadband speeds, you are not entitled for the complimentary mesh WiFi devices. However, you may walk into any Maxis Retail Stores to purchase the mesh WiFi devices.
No, you are still able to subscribe to iQIYI on your current Astro pack.
Upon successful subscription, you will be able to view your chosen HD channels within 3 hours by keying in the channel numbers into your remote control. Please note that subscription through Channel 200 will take effect within 24 hours.
Call our contact centre 03-9543 3838 or visit us at astro.com.my.
Yes, customers whose accounts are suspended but resumed within 24 months from their offer period start date will still be able to enjoy the internet speed upgrade upon service resumption. However, the speed upgrade offer period will not be extended despite the suspension period.
Unfortunately, customers whose accounts are suspended but resumed after 24 months from their offer period start date will not be able to receive the free speed upgrade.
At this point in time, the Disney+ Hotstar app on the Ultra or Ulti Box does not support Dolby audio. We are working to enable this in a future update.
Please follow the steps below to reset your password:
If you choose to self-install the Plug& Play Box, then no installation fee will be charged. However, there will be an activation fee (please refer to the table below)

If you choose to have an installer to install the Plug & Play Box, then an installation fee will also apply.
Tap on the "Content' tab on the navigation bar. Select "Channels' and the channel of interest and you may view the scheduled programmes of the day. To switch between days, choose a channel and tap on a particular day (E.g. Mon, Tues, Wed). You may also view the showtimes of the day and up to the next six days.

If you're trying to visit a website and it won't load, but others do, there could be a variety of causes. If the site itself is down, there's not much you can do but wait.
If you can load the site on other computers or devices (make sure you try different means of connecting to the internet), there may be an issue with your computer or network.
There are some quick fixes that will solve most problems, but you may have to get your hands a little dirty.
1. Try loading the site on a different device.
Try loading the website on your phone or on another computer. If the website loads on the other device, the problem lies with your computer.
If the website doesn't load on another device, the problem is either with the network or the website itself.
2. Restart your computer.
Oftentimes, a simple reboot will fix the problem you're having. Reboot your computer and test the website again.
3. Try loading the site in a different browser.
There may be some settings configured incorrectly on your browser. Try a different web browser to see if you can load the website.
4. Temporarily disable your antivirus program.
Your antivirus software may be interfering with your ability to load certain websites.
Try disabling the software and then loading the site again. Make sure you enable it again once you have identified the problem.
5. Reset your modem and router.
Traffic to or from a certain website may be getting tripped up by your modem or router. Resetting these devices may allow you to access the website again.
6. Check your computer's date and time settings.
If your date or time is set incorrectly, you may not be able to connect to secure (https://) websites.
Check your computer or mobile device's clock to make sure that it is set to the correct time and date.
In the event the problem persists, please provide below details for further escalation:
i. List of websites effected.
ii. Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
iii. Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
iv. Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.
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.
No, Pay-Per-View is no longer available in CH200.
STEP 1
Press "HOME" button on your remote control.

STEP 2
Navigate to Settings and press "OK".

STEP 3
Navigate to STB Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 4
Take a look at the HDMI Connection Status.

We try to make as many movies and TV shows available for download. However, for some titles, while we may have the rights to offer them via streaming, we may not be able to offer them for download.
There will be no installation fee for both Astro Box and Ultra Box. The Multiroom (second decoder) must be installed at the same registered address as your primary subscription.
Please ensure that you have subscribed to the mentioned channel.
If you're subscribed to this channel, follow below steps.
STEP 1
You need to refresh the signal on your box.
Refer to Refresh signal of your box guide.
STEP 2
If issue persist after 30 minutes, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.
Users can easily access all their streaming Apps such as Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Viu etc by clicking the “APPS” button on their remote control. After clicking this button, they will be brought to the Apps rail under the home page.
There will be no changes to your Netflix account when you move to a new address.
The amount you're charged depends on:
- Your contract period and how long's left of your minimum term from the date your subscriptions end, calculated in months.
- Your current box type - Ultra or Ulti/Other Astro Boxes
- The packages you subscribe to, including App services such as Disney+ Hotstar and Netflix
Yes, customers who have upgraded their packages or reconnected their Astro service in February 2024 will be charged with 8% Service Tax from 1st March 2024, for services period on or after 1st March 2024.
Go to the "Content' tab and click the search icon on the screen. Type in a show title. The titles are categorized according to the following:
- On Demand
- Channels
- On TV

My Astro is available on web browser and app. The app can be downloaded for free from the Google Play Store, Apple App Store or Huawei App Gallery.
For Ultra and/or Ulti box users, My Astro app is now added to the Top Menu so you can easily access it to manage or update your account. You may find it in the Top Menu, located next to Settings. Please refer to the image below to see what it looks like:
Depending on your service, it is mandatory to return some devices as per our T&Cs, whilst other devices should be disposed of and recycled at collection centres registered under the Department of Environment. To find out what you should do with your devices after service termination, please click here.
STEP 1
Switch off the power for your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2A
Unplug the HDMI cable from your box and plug it back in securely. Do select the correct TV input.

STEP 2B
If you are connecting using RCA cable, please unplug the RCA cable from your box and plug it back in securely.

STEP 3
Switch on the power for your box and make sure that the adapter's power light is on.
Please wait for 5 minutes.

STEP 4
Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this problem. If issue remain, replace to another HDMI cable.

If no improvement seen, please submit the issue in our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your smart card number for assistance.
Your monthly bill of the previous and new pack will be prorated. This will be reflected into your bill accordingly.
If you sign up Astro & Broadband with standard Ultra & Ulti box (DBB), all channels are available.
However, there are channels that will not be available with Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box which are NHK World (398).
Yes, starting 9 November 2021, these new packs will be Astro's default offering.

You may proceed with the following troubleshooting steps and it shouldn't take you much longer than 15 minutes.
1. Please standby a computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN cable (connect the LAN cable to the Black port at D-Link Router and direct to the computer/laptop).
2. You may open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and etc.
3. On the address bar, please go to http://dlinkrouter.local./ and below page will appear. (These are the defaults and if you have done a configuration on your router previously, the password may be different)
Username: admin
Password: (Leave the field blank)

4. Once you have successfully login, the router's web-based setup page will appear. Please follow below steps for the configuration.

5. From the top menu, click Settings and then choose Wireless.

6. Below screen will appear to configure the wireless setting. Since this is a dual band router, you will have 2 Wi-Fi Names (SSID); i.e. 2.4GHz and 5GHz.
i. For 2.4GHz setting, click Advanced Settings to display more available options.

ii. To change the channel, click the drop-down arrow for Wi-Fi Channel, then select your desired channel.
Choose between 1 to 13 (Suggested channels : 1,6,11). Click Save for the changes to take place.
The router will auto reboot and connection will re-establish after few minutes.

iii. Next, for 5GHz setting, click Advanced Settings to display more available options to make changes on the wireless channel for 5GHz.

iv. Click the drop-down arrow for Wi-Fi Channel, then select your desired channel from the selection.

v. Click Save for the changes to take place. The router will auto reboot and connection will re-establish after few minutes.
For Astro Fibre subscription, should you choose to discontinue/terminate the Astro Fibre service before the expiry of the contract (24 months), you will be subjected to an early cancellation fee of RM100 x Remaining months of the contract period for your Broadband services.
All Astro Fibre devices provisioned (Fibre modem, WiFi router and Mesh) will need to be returned upon termination. Our team will schedule the collection of equipment after your Broadband services have been terminated.
If equipment is damaged, lost or cannot be retrieved, penalty fees will be applied (excluding Service Tax) accordingly.
- RM500 for Fibre modem (Broadband Termination Unit)
- RM200 for WiFi router (Residential Gateway)
- RM200/unit for Mesh WiFi
STEP 1
On your remote, press the ... button and the Channel Guide page will be displayed on your screen.

STEP 2
Select the channel you would like to unlock and press "OK".

STEP 3
Select "Unlock Channel" and press "OK".

STEP 4
Enter the PIN to unblock the channel.

STEP 5
You are successfully unlocked the channel when this screen appears.

From 8 October 2021 onwards, Astro will be ceasing the daily passes (e.g. 3, 5, 7 & 30 days passes). Please subscribe to the relevant packs to continue enjoying your favourite content. Stay tuned for more exciting offers. Thank you.
If you're trying to visit a website and it won't load, but others do, there could be a variety of causes. If the site itself is down, there's not much you can do but wait.
If you can load the site on other computers or devices (make sure you try different means of connecting to the internet), there may be an issue with your computer or network.
There are some quick fixes that will solve most problems, but you may have to get your hands a little dirty.
- Try loading the site on a different device.
- Try loading the website on your phone or on another computer. If the website loads on the other device, the problem lies with your computer.
- If the website doesn't load on another device, the problem is either with the network
- Restart your computer.
- Oftentimes, a simple reboot will fix the problem you're having. Reboot your computer and test the website again.
- Try loading the site in a different browser.
- There may be some settings configured incorrectly on your browser. Try a different web browser to see if you can load the website.
- Temporarily disable your antivirus program.
- Your antivirus software may be interfering with your ability to load certain websites.
- Try disabling the software and then loading the site again. Make sure you enable it again once you have identified the problem.
- Reset your modem and router.
- Traffic to or from a certain website may be getting tripped up by your modem or router. Resetting these devices may allow you to access the website again.
- Check your computer's date and time settings.
- If your date or time is set incorrectly, you may not be able to connect to secure (https://) websites.
- Check your computer or mobile device's clock to make sure that it is set to the correct time and date.
In the event the problem persists, please provide below details for further escalation:
i. List of websites effected.
ii. Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
iii. Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
iv. Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.
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.
You may verify if your speed plan has been successfully upgraded during the installation process with your Astro installer before sign-off. If you would like to confirm the status of your speed upgrade after installation, you may contact Astro’s Contact Centre at 03-9543 1543 and an Astro agent will be available to assist you immediately.
