Band Steering is a functionality that our WiFi router (Huawei K562E) has that intelligently connects devices to its WiFi to the best frequency bands available based on usage, speed and coverage by using only one same SSID for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz band.

For Residential Astro Pay TV customers: You may change your contract from e.g., 12-month to 24-month without incurring a switching fee or cancellation fee. However, if you change your contract from e.g., 24-month to 12-month, will be charged a cancellation fee accordingly if still within minimum term (contract) period. No switching fee applicable.

For Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box installation, it is recommended that you attempt to self-install by following the installation guide here, but there is an option to request for an installer to install the box at your premise. However, there will be a separate fee for this service request.

You may visit any of Astro's digital platform that you would like to log into. Then, create a new Astro ID using your existing email address or mobile number. After creating your new Astro ID, please use it to log into our digital platforms moving forward.

There are two ways for you to switch your preferred bill delivery method:

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A. Customers can manage their account via the My Astro Portal by following these easy steps:

1. Visit www.astro.com.my
2. Select “My Account”, then select “Manage Account”
3. Log in to My Astro Web using your Astro ID
4. Select “Account” 
5. Under “Billing”, click on “Bill Delivery Method”
6. Choose your preferred bill delivery method, then click “Proceed”

B. Customers can also manage their account via Astro’s mobile application, the My Astro app by following these easy steps:

1. Open the “My Astro” app on your smartphone. If you do not have it installed, you may download it here (Google Play Store) or here (IOS App Store)
2. Log in with your Astro ID
3. Select “Account” in the navigation bar
4. Select “Bill Delivery Method”
5. Choose your preferred bill delivery method, then click "Proceed

You may use the 'forgot password' recovery feature on the login page. Just enter the email address/ mobile number you signed up with and we will send you a recovery email.  

Unfortunately, you will no longer be able to access Disney+ Hotstar via Astro if you cancel your Astro subscription with Disney+ Hotstar entitlement. 

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
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.

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.

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.

Connect your PVR to Wi-Fi and enjoy access to our library of Video On Demand. Replay old seasons, catch-up latest episodes of your favourite shows, anytime you want. To connect your PVR, follow the steps below depending on your box type:

(a) Wi-Fi Enabled PVR (DMT5)

·      Press the “Home” button and select “Settings” > “Network” > “Wi-Fi”

·      Allow the PVR to scan Wi-Fi networks available and subsequently choose your home Wi-Fi network > Enter your Wi-Fi password if required

·      Once connected, the icon below will appear on the screen.

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      Tip: Use the alpha-numeric keyboard on your Astro Remote to key in your password

·      Press the “Home” button and select “On Demand” to start watching videos on demand!

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(b) Non-Wi-Fi Enabled PVR (HD PVR)

There are two ways to connect your HD PVR decoder to your home Wi-Fi
(i) Using the Ethernet (LAN) cable 
 

·       Plug in the LAN cable from your modem into the PVR network port

·       Once connected, the icon below will appear on the screen

·       Press the “Home” button and select “On Demand” to start watching videos on demand!

(ii) Using an Astro Wi-Fi dongle as per shown below

Step 1 - Plugin the Wi-Fi dongle into the front USB part of your PVR decoder.

Step 2 - A prompt will appear stating "Do you wish to connect to a wireless network?", select "Yes, continue."

Step 3 - Once connected, the Wi-Fi icon will appear on the screen. Now you are ready to download and enjoy Astro's on demand entertainment.

Step 4 - Press the “Home” button and select “On Demand” to start watching videos on demand!

*The Wi-Fi dongle is only applicable for the non-Wi-Fi enabled PVR (as per the picture).

Wider WiFi coverage:

-All areas across the house will enjoy optimal coverage with multiple Mesh WiFi units located in areas with sub-optimal coverage to form a larger WiFi network.

Stable connection;

-Consistent coverage of optimal WiFi signal will ensure a stable connection as the Mesh unit will automatically connect your devices to the strongest WiFi signal around your house.

To check your contract, please visit My Astro.

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

Your purchased PPV daily pass will still be accessible to you for the purchased duration ie. 3, 5, 7 or 30 days respectively. However, you will no longer be able to purchase PPV daily passes from 8 Oct onward.

You may click here to Login and proceed to secure your Astro ID by linking it to your Astro account. If you do not have an Astro ID, please follow the steps in below to create one. You may also choose to log in or create Astro ID with your social accounts (eg. Facebook, Google and Apple).

Zee5 is the only app that has a change in price upon the SST increase. Prices of Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Viu, iQIYI, WeTV and Qalbox will not be affected.

Unfortunately, you can't. My Astro is an easy-to-use, free mobile phone app and responsive web portal that helps Astro customers manage their Astro accounts. Astro customers can watch their favourite shows anytime, anywhere using the Astro GO app which is included in their subscription.

STEP 1
Please wait while your Astro box initializes.



STEP 2
Select your preferred language.



STEP 3
Navigate to Next and press "OK".



STEP 4
Select Auto as the Video Resolution.



STEP 5
Navigate to Next and press "OK".



STEP 6
Navigate to Confirm and press "OK" to confirm your selection if you are able to read the texts on screen properly.
Otherwise, navigate to Cancel to revert to the previous settings.



STEP 7
Select IPTV Plug & Play (self-install) as the box operating mode.



STEP 8
Navigate to Next and press "OK".



STEP 9
Select your preferred connection.
For connection via Wi-Fi, proceed to STEP 10.
For connection via LAN Cable, proceed to STEP 16 once you are connected.



STEP 10
Please wait while your Astro box searches for available Wi-Fi networks.



STEP 11
Navigate to your preferred Wi-Fi network and press "OK".



STEP 12
Please enter the password to connect to the Wi-Fi network.



STEP 13
Navigate to Done to continue.



STEP 14
Please wait while your Astro box connects to the internet.



STEP 15
Navigate to Yes to allow your Astro box to connect to this network automatically.
Otherwise, navigate to No.
Proceed to STEP 17 for the next step.



STEP 16
Navigate to Next and press "OK". 



STEP 17
Your box's connection status will be displayed.
Navigate to Finish to complete the setup.

Please ensure that you are using the correct ID for eKYC submission.

For Malaysians :

1. Please ensure you are using MyKad or MyTentera.

2. Capture the front and back of your ID.

3. Ensure that there is no glare when capturing the photo.

4. Ensure that are capturing it in a bright room to have the highest picture quality.

5. Please do not cover your ID when capturing it, as it may impact the OCR Optical Character Recognition accuracy.

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For Malaysian Permanent Resident and Other Nationality :

1. Please use Passport only.

2. Please capture your whole passport, which has your personal information on it and your signature.

3. Ensure that there is no glare when capturing the photo.

4. Please do not cover your ID with your when capturing it, as it may impact the OCR  Optical Character Recognition accuracy.

Payment via cheque will take 3 - 5 working days to be posted. If you require faster payment posting, we recommend you to pay online via Astro Quick Pay.

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.

This Service Tax is imposed on customers of Pay TV broadcasting services by the Government. As such the Service Tax will be passed on to the customers.
 

You will regain access to your channels on Astro immediately once the equipment has been installed at your new house, provided your account is active. Customers can still enjoy viewing via 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 the issue in our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics  for assistance.

No, Astro First movies/series are available as Per-per-view basis. Pricing is indicated on each of the programme posters. All prices are subjected to 6% service tax.

Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the  speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further  assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.


Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is  something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the  speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.

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

Slow browsing using Wi-Fi

1. Router Positioning

Most people  underestimate the importance of picking a good spot for a Wi-Fi router. Even a small shift in positioning could end up being the difference between day  and night.

i) High vs. Low

Put the router as high up as possible to  extend the broadcasting range of the radio waves. This also helps clear the  router of possible interferences.

ii) Concrete &  Metals

Make sure your router isn't blocked by any other objects, especially  devices that are electronic. Also, avoid placing your router in your basement  as this area is usually enclosed by a lot of concrete, which can be almost  impossible for Wi-Fi signals to penetrate.

iii) Distance to  Router

The further away from your router you get, the weaker the Wi-Fi signal. Therefore, the best option is to place your router as close to your  devices as possible, but this is only practical if you have one main area  where you tend to use your devices.

Otherwise, you should place your  router near the center of your home. After all, Wi-Fi broadcasts in 360  degrees, so it doesn't make sense to put it at one end of the house.

2. Wireless Interference & Noise

You've probably never  noticed but there are wireless signals all around you wherever you go and  they're passing through you all the time. From where? Electronic devices,  Wi-Fi routers, satellites, cell towers, and more.

Although Wi-Fi is supposed to be on a different frequency than most of these devices, the amount of radio noise can  still cause interference. Some common causes of interference include:

• Microwaves
• Bluetooth Devices
• Cordless Phone

3. Surrounding Wi-Fi signals

A truth of the modern world is that every household has their own Wi-Fi network, which can cause issues with channel  overlap. This can be somewhat problematic in a townhouse, but is especially  problematic in housing complexes and apartments where there can be many  routers within close proximity.

Which is why it's important that you pick a good channel in your  router settings. Modern routers can choose channels for you automatically, but sometimes it's better to investigate and find the best channel yourself.

4. Usage

More likely, however, is that the people on your network such as friends, roommates, or family members are participating in bandwidth-heavy activities like gaming and streaming Ultra box/ Netflix.

Fortunately, if this is the case, you can prioritize your own network  traffic by enabling Quality of Service in your router settings.

If the problem persists, please run a Ping Test, Traceroute Test and attach the picture or screenshot of both test results in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Please make sure to attach the required  screenshot(s) in ONE file (i.e. Microsoft Word document, PDF, Image file)  before submitting the form.

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.

There are no switching fees apply when existing Astro customer move to new packs.

All streaming apps willbe made available on the Ultra Box first, followed by the Ulti Box. If youwould like to upgrade to the Ultra Box, please visit product.astro.com.my/tv or reach us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 forassistance.

Service will resume within 3 hours after payment is made.

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.

Your average internet usage is shown as below:

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.

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.

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 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. 

Yes, your charges during the deferment days will be pro-rated and reflected in your next bill. Please note that due to the recent requested change in your Astro account, the expiry date for your Disney+ Hotstar (3-months pass) subscription has been deferred to xxx (date) to consolidate the final monthly subscription pricing.

Customers on the Multiroom (Smart TV) app can stream these two channels (CH549 Love Nature & CH805 Astro SuperSport) if their TV model supports 4K UHD resolution.

Kindly note that these Sony TV models do not support 4K UHD resolution:
• Sony BRAVIA 4K GB
• Sony BRAVIA 4K UR
• Sony BRAVIA VH

*CH805 Astro SuperSport is only available to customers on the Sports, Sports Plus, Premium 1, Premium 2, Premium 4, Platinum Lite and Platinum Packs.

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.

No, the courier charges are borne by Astro for the retrieval of the box and Smart Card/SIM Card.

There will be two attempts made to retrieve the box and you are required to be available at the agreed upon time.