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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.
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.
The Personal Video Recorder (PVR) is Astro's High Definition (HD)decoder which comes with a recording function and can be connected to Wi-Fi to access videos on demand. The PVR comes with the following features:
HIGH DEFINITION (HD):High Definition offers greater detail than Standard Definition including vibrant colour and multi-dimensional audio.
CONTROL LIVE TV: Record, Pause, Play & Rewind your favourite TV programmes at any moment. The PVR comes with storage capacity of 500GB (200 hours of HD recording)
ON DEMAND: Experience the new way of watching Astro. Gain access to a library of up to 50,000 On Demand titles that you can pick and watch instantly.
If you choose to downgrade your packs or terminate Astro services before the end of your contract term, you will have to pay a cancellation fee. This cancellation fee is calculated based on your subscribed package, contract period and box type. If you cancel your service(s)/change your packages upon completion of your contract term, you won't have to pay any cancellation fee.
Although it is possible to pair the second mesh node unit with the first mesh, customers are advised to follow similar steps in setting up the Mesh Network by pairing the mesh unit with the WiFi router instead.
Yes, existing Astro customers can subscribe to all Astro Fibre offerings. You also have the option to subscribe to Astro Fibre as a standalone, which comes without any TV packages.
The 24-month contract will be renewed upon signing up for the new packs.
1. Clearly indicate full name of Astro customer, contact number and Astro subscription account number when making each payment (e.g. on bank-in slips)
2. For Direct Debit, please contact your bank for standing instructions. Provide the full name of Astro customer and Astro account number. The Direct Debit service may not be available with all banks. Please check with your bank for confirmation of Direct Debit service.
3. Please inform us of any changes in billing address/information by contacting us via one of these platforms.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: To avoid any problems in payment processing, please pay only at authorised Astro payment channels
We noticed that you've recently requested for a change in your Astro account.
As this change will affect your overall monthly subscription, the expiry date for your Disney+ Hotstar (3-months Pass) subscription has been deferred to xxx (date) to consolidate the final monthly subscription pricing.
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.
All existing or new Astro customers who meet the following criteria may upgrade to the Ultra Box:
- Have an internet connection at home (recommended>10Mbps speed)
- 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:
- 4K UHD supported TV that is HDCP2.2 compliant
- 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.
Visit our page to find out about our new packs.
Yes, the current service tax law does not exempt services provided to customers residing in Labuan, Langkawi, and Tioman.
The matches will be available on the channels Astro Arena Bola (CH803) and Astro Arena Bola 2 (CH804), On Demand and Astro GO.
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.
Yes, you may still watch CH550 Love Nature and CH811 Astro SuperSport which offers the same content/programmes, but in HD resolution. Kindly note that CH811 Astro SuperSport is only available for customers on the Sports, Sports Plus, Premium 1, Premium 2, Premium 4, Platinum Lite and Platinum Packs.
STEP 1
Check your current software version on your box.
If the software version updated (Refer to Table 1) , proceed to STEP 2.
If software version different from Table 1, click here for Software Update guide.
Once software is updated, tune to the impacted channel.
If issue persist, proceed to STEP 2.
STEP 2
Run Test Satellite Frequency.
Click here for the guide.
If dCSS Scan Entrypoint Success, proceed to submit report here.
Guide to submit report:
At Feedback Type select "I have Astro service related question/request" and Sub Category as "Technical Interruption".
Fill up all the required information and submit.
Please indicate if you agreed to recontract for 12 months (technical visit is FOC) or paid visitation (RM65).
You will receive appointment details via SMS within 48 hours.
If dCSS Scan Entrypoint Fail, proceed to STEP 3.
STEP 3
Proceed to Update Satellite Frequency.
Click here for the guide.
Once completed, tune to the impacted channel.
If issue persist, proceed to submit report here.
Guide to submit report:
At Feedback Type select "I have Astro service related question/request" and Sub Category as "Technical Interruption".
Fill up all the required information and submit.
Please indicate if you agreed to recontract for 12 months (technical visit is FOC) or paid visitation (RM65).
You will receive appointment details via SMS within 48 hours.
We have discontinued offering the PVR box to our customers. You may opt to take up our latest 4K UHD supported Ultra Box instead. For more information, visit https://product.astro.com.my/box.
Alternatively, you may reach out to us at 03-7481 8000 for further enquiries or to sign up for the Ultra Box.
Yes, Mesh WiFi add-on is available for both Astro Fibre Bundle and Astro Fibre subscription.
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%.
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 HDMI Audio and press "OK".
STEP 4
Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.
You will require HD-PVR service in order to subscribe for a PVR. This service is included in all Starter Pack, Value Pack, Super Pack Lite, Super Pack and Super Pack Plus subscriptions.
Each Astro customer can subscribe to a maximum of one (1) Multiroom (Smart TV) subscription. If you need additional Multiroom access, you may subscribe to Multiroom (Astro Box). All subscription has to be used within the same location as per the main subscription.
Once you have received the eKYC link via SMS/email/astro.com.my, you can proceed to follow the instructions on the screen. You can check out the step-by-step image below for more info.
For MyKad/MyPR/MyTentera :
For Passport :
Currently, this change affects SMS bills only. Other SMSs such as (but not limited to) bill reminders, payment notifications, promotional SMSs or technical appointment reminders will still be sent to you if applicable.
No. Astro GO is a FREE entitlement exclusively for customers with an Astro subscription. If you do not have an Astro subscription account, please visit astro.com.my to find out more.
No, the Service Tax is a tax payable entirely to the Government. Astro acts as a collection agent for the Government.
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.
Customers with a Movies subscription via Movies, Premium 1, Premium 3 or Platinum Packs will be able to access Disney+ Hotstar on the Ultra Box and Ulti Box. Alternatively, customers can add on the 3-months Disney+ Hotstar pass for only RM54.90. Subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar via astro.com.my/Disney.
If Netflix is included as part of your Astro pack, you will find it in My Astro app
where you will be able to manage all the streaming apps you are entitled to.
Netflix will also be included in your Astro bill under “Monthly Charges”
If you have added Netflix to your bill (Netflix Add-on), the Netflix subscription charge will appear in your Astro bill under “One-time charges” as Netflix App Subscription or Netflix Premium and will be charged monthly. You should refer to Netflix account Management for any changes to your Netflix subscription or should you wish to change to other billing methods.
Further details on pricing, billing and availability will be confirmed in coming months. Look out for more details and register your interest via https://astro.com.my/Netflix
Once you have received the eKYC link, you need to complete the verification within 3 days.
Please first ensure Disney+ Hotstar access is included and has been activated as part of your Astro subscription. Once you have completed your activation process, you can enjoy Disney+ Hotstar on the Ultra box with these simple steps:
- Step 1 -Press "Home' on your Astro remote control. On the apps rail, select "Disney+ Hotstar' app > OK > My Account
No, the Astro Fibre App is a free mobile application for all Astro Fibre customers with the latest RG21 router.
Please close and re-launc hthe Astro Fibre app, and you will be able to log in.
Visit https://product.astro.com.my/box or check out our user guide for a quick and easy way to get started!
Ultra Box with Contract:
Astro customers are entitled to a two (2) years manufacturer warranty and Installation warranty. During this period, after-sales service is free of charge. However, when your warranty period is over, all after-sales service is subject to a minimal service charge starting from RM65 inclusive of 8% Service Tax.
Other Decoders/Ultra Box Without contract:
Astro customers are entitled to a one (1) year manufacturer warranty and (6) months Installation warranty. During this period, after-sales service is free of charge. However, when your Installation warranty period is over, all after-sales service is subject to a minimal service charge starting fromRM65 inclusive of 8% service tax.
Regular (DTH) customers can watch Astro without an Internet connection. If you have selected Plug & Play setup option, a minimum speed of 10Mbps/device is required to enjoy a good HD viewing experience on Ultra/Ulti¯Box and 30Mbps/device for 4K UHD viewing on Ultra Box. However, if you have selected the Regular (DTH) option, the internet speeds above are recommended to enjoy a good viewing experience for On Demand and Astro Cloud services.
Customers with a Movies subscription via Movies, Premium 1, Premium 3 and Platinum packs will be able to access Disney+ Hotstar on the Ultra box.
Alternatively, customers can add on the 3-month Disney+ Hotstar pass for RM54.90. Subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar via astro.com.my/Disney.
For more support and options for your subscription, please WhatsApp us at 03 9543 3838 and type DH Help. Alternatively, you may visit astro.com.my/Disney for more information.
This Disney+ Hotstar software update will be rolled out progressively to all Ulti Box customers starting 23 August 2022. Please be assured that you will be able to access the Disney+ Hotstar app on your Ulti Box soon.
If you need further assistance, please call our Customer Contact Centre or WhatsApp "DH Help
The new packs and access to Netflix on the Ultra Box and Ulti Box is available for Astro IPTV customers.
The expiry date is when your current Disney+ Hotstar entitlement ends, except if your Astro subscription is out of contract, in which case this expiry date may not apply to you. For details on your subscription expiry date, please call our Customer Contact Centre or WhatsApp us "DH Help
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.
Yes, a charge of up to RM20.00 may be imposed upon reconnection.
Yes, you can. Go to the Account tab and scroll to "Subscription' section. Select "TV pack', select "Main room' or "Multiroom' and then click the "Refresh' button.
Your existing offers with us will not be affected and will continue until the agreed upon date.
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.
The speeds shown under “My Network Map†are the WiFi speeds of your connected devices based on factors such as signal strength, distance of devices from your router, obstructing objects etc. This function allows users to know the signal strengths achievable from every room in their house or any distance from their router, giving users accurate indication If additional mesh is needed or if the placement of their router requires adjustment.
However, the speeds shown under “My Devices†are the recent WiFi consumption of your connected devices, which allows you to monitor every user’s internet consumption in your household.
You can subscribe to new packs via
- Online - astro.com.my
- WhatsApp GET ASTRO (for new customers) or SWITCH (for existing customers) to 03-9543 3838
- Astro Customer Service Centres.
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.
Please refer to the Welcome Card inside the Plug & Play Box package and scan the QR code. You may choose to watch either the self-installation video or the Augmented Reality (AR) Installation Video to activate your Plug & Play Box. You can also download the Installation Guide from the Astro Get Started Page.
Please install and activate your Plug & Play Box within 7 days of receiving your Plug & Play Box and Astro SIM card. If you are unable to activate your Plug & Play Box within 7 days, the Plug & Play Box will be automatically activated by Astro on the 8th day.
The billing and warranty of the Plug & Play Box shall begin on the same date of which the Plug & Play Box is activated.
In the event that you have ordered more than one (1) Plug & Play Box, please refer to the Astro SIM card letter (included with the Astro SIM card delivery) to match the right Astro SIM card to the respective Plug & Play Box. Each Astro SIM card has been paired with a specific Plug & Play Box, thus the correct matching of box and SIM card is required for it to work properly.
No. However, if you cancel your Astro Pay TV services but resubscribe at a later date, your duration (year) with us will reset to zero and restart according to your new activation date. Your Astro Rewards tier will reset to Magenta.
