The service tax rate for Astro Pay TV will be increased from 6% to 8%. The service tax for Astro Fibre, which falls under the category of telecommunication service, will remain at 6%.

Astro's Plug & Play Box is our latest box where users can enjoy the latest Astro box simply by connecting it to the TV and internet. There is no longer a need to schedule or pay for an installation. By connecting your Plug & Play Box to home broadband, you will be able to-do the following:

• Watch your channels over the Internet. No more rain fade!
• Never miss your favorite shows again as you can stream LIVE events from the beginning, or simply pause and resume the program as you wish.
• Access a library of over 110,000 videos on demand. Catch-up or binge-watch full episodes whenever you like.
• Access your recordings anytime on TV or the Astro GO app via Cloud Recording.

Other features include pause on TV and continue watching on the Astro GO app, enhanced search capabilities and more.

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 STB Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Select General Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 5  

Details information of General Diagnostics screen will be displayed.

STEP 6    

Press down arrow on your remote to get more information.

You should have received an email or SMS with your activation details, please click on the link provided to be redirected to the Netflix website to activate your account.

Alternatively, you can also activate Netflix on your Ultra/Ulti Box. Please surf to CH 741 on your Ultra/Ulti Box (or click the Netflix button on your Astro remote) and follow the instructions on the screen.

Yes. As a Sports Pack customer, you will get access to Liga Malaysia as well as a variety of local and international sporting events as part of your subscription.

You can add on Astro Fibre, our own internet service to your existing TV Pack for even more value and savings. Please click here to learn more about Astro Fibre.

No, you are still able to access HBO Go on your current Movies pack.

Step 1:
Type ASTRO<space>BAL<space>10-Digit Astro Account No. 
Example: ASTRO BAL 08XXXXXXXX

*Standard telco charges and Terms and Conditions apply

Step 2:
Send SMS to 66688

The New Astro First serves as the one-stop, ultimate home cinema offering the biggest and latest local and international blockbuster films where you can:-

• Enjoy value for money viewing for local and international movies from only RM15* per movie or RM17* for UHD movies (*excluding tax).
• Stream each rented movie for as many times as you like within 48 hours* (*unless stated otherwise) anytime, anywhere via On Demand on your Astro Box or Astro GO.
• Watch local/regional movies or international movies from Hollywood studios as recent as 2 weeks or 3 months respectively from Malaysia's cinematic release, in addition to exclusive titles only available on Astro First.

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 110,000 videos on demand, anytime. 

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The features of the new Ulti Box include:

·      New Home Screen - Everything you see is yours

·      Discover Video on Demand (VOD) - Discover 110,000 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.

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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

FAQs: Netflix on Astro

1.     What is Netflix?

Netflix is a streaming entertainment service that offers a wide variety of award-winning TV programmes, films, anime, documentaries and more - on thousands of internet-connected devices. There's always something new to discover, and more TV shows and movies are added every month. The more you watch, the better Netflix gets at recommending TV shows and movies you’ll love.

Astro customers with an internet-connected Ultra Box or Ulti Box canaccess the Netflix app and watch Netflix content via their Astro Box. For more information about Netflix, visit the Netflix website https://about.netflix.com/en

2.     Which new pack comes with Netflix?

Any packages with Entertainment Plus, Movies Plus & Sports Plus will include Netflix. The default Netflix offering is Netflix Standard (2 screens and HD viewing) as part of your Entertainment Plus, Movies Plus and Sports Plus subscription. You can upgrade up to Netflix Premium (4 screens and 4K UHD viewing) at a price of RM 10 (inclusive of govt. tax).  

Note: For the above subscriptions, you may use the email address used for your existing subscription with Netflix to activate and the future billing for Netflix will be transferred to your Astro bundle charges. For users that are billed for Netflix through Apple before joining the Astro bundle, remember to cancel your Apple billing arrangement after activating the Astro bundle else you may be double charged for your Netflix account.

If you do not have a bundle which includes Netflix, you may also add anew Netflix subscription to your Astro Bill for billing convenience.

3. How do I know if my new pack includes Netflix?

If Netflix is included as part of your Astro pack, you will find it in My Astro app called “Apps” 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 “MonthlyCharges”  

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.

4.     I signed up for the EntertainmentPlus / Movies Plus / Sports Plus pack that includes Netflix. How do I activate my Netflix account?

You should have received an email or SMS with your activation details, please click on the link provided to be redirected to the Netflix website to activate your account.

Alternatively, you can also activate Netflix on your Ultra/Ulti Box. Please surf to CH 741 on your Ultra/Ulti Box (or click the Netflix button on your Astro remote) and follow the instructions on the screen.

5.     Will I be able to access Netflix on my Ultra/Ulti Box?

You will be able to access Netflix on your Ultra and Ulti Box. However, kindly note that if you have an Ulti Box with a Netflix Premium subscription, you will not be able to watch content in 4K UHD and Netflix Spatial Audio.

6.     How do I change my Netflix plan or account information?

You can make changes to your Netflix plans that are included in your Bundle through My Astro app.

You can change your non Astro-bundled a-la carte Netflix plan at any time by signing into Netflix.com and visiting the Account page, then selecting Change Plan to view and select available plans.  

7. How many devices can I access Netflix at once?

Customers with a Netflix Premium account are allowed to watch on up to 4 supported devices in 4K UHD and Netflix Spatial Audio. In addition, Netflix Premium subscribers are also allowed to download shows to watch offline on 6 devices at a time.

Netflix Standard account customers are allowed to watch shows in Full HD and download them to watch offline on up to 2 supported devices at a time.

On the other hand,Netflix Basic account customers are allowed to watch shows in HD and download shows for offline viewing on only 1 supported device at a time.

8. You can add a new Netflix account to your bill through CH 741 or clicking the Netflix button on the remote control. Please enter the email address you would like to use for Netflix subscription and ensure the Billing partner is Astro.  

If you would like to transfer your existing Netflix Account to be charged under Astro bill, please follow the steps below:  

-         Cancel your existing subscription with Netflix  

-         Once the remaining duration of your existing subscription has ended, you may proceed to subscribe for Netflix via Astro bill  

-         To subscribe, go to CH 741 and enter the email address used for your previous subscription with Netflix  

-         Once successfully completed, all existing settings and watching history on your Netflix account will be brought over  

9. I have added a Netflix account to my Astro bill. Do I need to perform any activation?

By adding a Netflix account to your Astro bill, your Netflix account is already activated. No additional steps for activation are required.

10. When I create a new Netflix account to link to my Astro Bill, will I lose all my current watching history in Netflix?

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.

11. I forgot my Netflix username or password. How do I find my username or reset my password?

If you have forgotten your username or password, you may follow the steps below:

Step 1. Go to netflix.com

Step 2:Click on Sign In

Step 3:Click on “Need Help” to reset password

12. I forgot which Netflix account is associated with my Astro Account. How do I find that out?

You can recover your Netflix login here or at astro.com.my/Netflix  

Step 1:Head to astro.com.my/Netflix

Step 2: At the FAQ section look for “How to recover my Netflix login email and password”

Step 3: Login with Astro ID

Step 4:Proceed to Netflix.com for account recovery

13. What will happen to my Netflix account if I cancel my Astro service or change my Astro package?

If your existing Netflix account is linked with your Astro subscription, your Netflix account will resume on the previous method of payment. If you linked a new Netflix account with your Astro subscription, cancelling Astro service will also cancel your Netflix account.

 14. What happens to my Netflix account if I move to a new address?

There will be no changes to your Netflix account when you move to a new address.

15. How do I cancel Netflix?

If you are subscribed to Netflix via a bundle, Netflix comes by default as part of your entitlement.

If you are subscribed to Netflix as an a-la carte, the cancellation of Netflix can only be done via Netflix’s Website, etc. This change will reflect in your next bill.

From mid-December 2021 you may also cancel Netflix add-on through Astro Call Center.

16. I would like to change the Netflix account linked to my Astro pack. What should I do?

Please visit http://help.netflix.com to call or start a live chat with Netflix’s customer support agents. You will be assisted to unlink your Netflix account from your Astro subscription. After the process, you may link another Netflix account to your Astro subscription.

17. Will Netflix be automatically added to my Astro subscription?

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.

18. ​Will Astro censor Netflix content?

Absolutely not. Astro wants to give our members the convenience of having all their favourite series, exciting originals, vernacular signatures, live sports and local blockbuster movies all in one place.

19. I have signed up for two (2) or more main Astro subscriptions bundled with Netflix. Will I be entitled for multiple Netflix subscriptions?

Yes. You are entitled to separate Netflix accounts for each main Astro subscription e.g. If you have subscribed to Entertainment Plus, Platinum Pack, etc separately. Therefore, if you have more than one main Astro subscription with Netflix, you may choose to create multiple email addresses to activate each respective Netflix subscription. Please follow the steps provided to you via email/SMS in order to activate your Netflix subscriptions on the website.

20. Why should I subscribe to a Netflix on Astro vs direct subscription via the Netflix app?

- With numerous OTT entrants, consumers are suffering from subscription fatigue. In fact, they are looking for a one stop shop platform where OTT services are integrated in one place.

- Astro offers flexibility and convenience with new packs where customers can get the convenience of accessing a variety of content via Ultra Box as the single remote-control solution.  

- In addition, there will be cost savings for Astro customers to purchase both Netflix and Astro together. Even better deals are available if customers also subscribe to broadband for a better-connected experience.

Please visit http://help.netflix.com to call or start a live chat with Netflix's customer support agents. You will be assisted to unlink your Netflix account from your Astro subscription. After the process, you may link another Netflix account to your Astro subscription.

We are always updating the Multiroom (Smart TV) app to ensure our customers get to enjoy the best entertainment experience. We will keep you posted if you are able to enjoy more 4K UHD channels in the future!

The new packs come with 200 hours of Cloud recording by default. If your current recordings exceed 200 hours, the system will delete the exceeded hours once your package has been changed, starting with the oldest recordings first.  

If you would like to retain the previous recordings which exceed 200 hours, you may opt for a selection of 400 or 1500 Cloud Recording hours at a chargeable rate of RM12 or RM15 per month (excl. govt tax) respectively. Or else, you may subscribe to the Platinum pack which comes with complimentary access to 1500 hours of Cloud Recording.

The notification you receive will depend on the payment method you choose:  
(i) My Astro Portal: e-receipt will indicate payment confirmation.
(ii) IVR:  Payment status will be notified over the IVR and an SMS notification will be sent for successful transactions.
(iii) SMS: Payment status will be notified via SMS.
(iv) Call: Payment status will be notified via SMS.
(v) Customer Service Centre: Physical receipt will indicate payment confirmation.

1. Please standby  computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN (cable) [Connect the LAN (cable) to the yellow port in Maxis Router and direct to 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://192.168.1.254 and below page  will appear.

If below box appear, please enter required details:

USERNAME: Administrator

PASSWORD: (ACCESS KEY AT THE RGW STICKER)

(These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different)

4. Once enter into the page "'TECHNICOLOR TG784N V3'', you may follow below steps to get the best wireless channel information.

A. Select "Home Network".

B. Click "WLAN: SSID" to proceed to next screen.

C. In order to get the best wireless channel, click "Wireless Scan" to scan available surroundings wireless Channel.

D. Please choose channel with lesser number of usage.

Example in below case, you may choose channel 4.

5. To configure wireless channel, please proceed with below steps.

A. Select "Home Network".

B. Click "WLAN: SSID" to proceed to next screen.

C. Then, click "Configure" to change the channel selection (automatic to manual) and other configuration option.

D. Please ensure below items:

i. WLAN Enable: Tick

ii. Interface Enable: Tick

iii. Change the Channel Selection to Manual

iv. Change the wireless Channel based on Step 4(D).

v. Once completed the selection, click the "Apply" button.

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.

The main changes are the revamped look and feel of the user interface on the Smart TV App, 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.

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

In addition, we have also recently introduced a new look to the Title Information Page and the ability to disable the Profile Selection Screen. For more information, please click here.

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 Test Pass, proceed to submit report here.

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Guide to  submit report:    

At Feedback Type select "I have  missing channel".    

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 Test 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.

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Guide to  submit report:    

At Feedback Type select "I have  missing channel".    

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.

Refund fee is subject to your processing bank. However, Astro did not impose refund processing fee.

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).

We encourage customers to ensure their TV compatibility with the Astro Multiroom (Smart TV) app first before making any purchase here.

If you are still experiencing any issues, please contact us at wecare@astro.com.my or call or WhatsApp us at 03-9543 3838 and our agents will be happy to assist you.

Please make sure that:

1. You are logging in with the correct registered Astro ID (email or phone number) and password. If you can’t remember your password, please proceed to use the “forget password” function.
2. You have an Astro ID that is linked to an Astro account. (note: NJOI – linked users will not be able to log into Astro GO)
3. Your Astro account is active and not under suspension.

If the above points have been met, you may try some quick solutions below:

1. Clear the cache on your browser or app.
2. Check if you have the latest version of the browser or app.
3. Log out and log back into the browser or app.
4. Relaunch the browser or app.
5. Restart your mobile device.
6. Restart your internet connection.

Please check SMS received on the unsuccessful payment status and should you require further clarification contact your issuing bank for clarification or contact us via WhatsApp.

As our customers deserve the best entertainment experience, Astro is refreshing its content and packages to offer more choice, value, flexibility, and better experience in a streaming world as part of the new Astro experience.  

The all-new Astro packs are designed for customers in the streaming and connected world, where they can stream all the shows they love on Ultra Box and Ulti Box. Customers can now enjoy their favourite shows all on Astro, from global streaming services like Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, HBO GO, iQIYI, TVBAnywhere+ as well as all Astro's flagship shows and the best of live sports in one place, on the big screen. Our new packages offer unbeaten value, a greater variety of content and greater convenience, all made better with our Astro & Broadband for better connectivity.

-The Mesh unit can only be used indoors. It can be mounted onto a wall or be placed horizontally on a desktop. Do not install it in other mode, such as on the ceiling.

-Keep a clearance of at least 10 cm around the device to ensure proper ventilation.

-Keep the device away from electrical appliances that generate strong magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens.

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.

You may access it by pressing "200' on your Astro remote control whilst watching TV.

STEP 1
Check the Audio settings on your box and set to Auto.
Refer guide to change Digital Audio Settings.

STEP 2
If issue persist, check if there is any 3rd party device (sound system/hdmi splitter) connected between box and TV.

STEP 3
If using 3rd party devices, bypass/remove 3rd party device and make sure HDMI cable connected directly from box to TV.

STEP 4
If issue persist, connect to Live Agent via WhatsApp for help.

i.Initiate the app on your new Smart TV device, key in the unique code on the TV to your mobile

ii.You will see the list of devices on your mobile and choose the old device to be removed

iii.Your new Smart TV device will be added

You may proceed with below troubleshooting and it shouldn't take you any longer than 15 minutes.

1. Please standby computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN (cable) [Connect the LAN (cable) to the yellow port at ZTE Router and direct to 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://192.168.0.1 and below page will appear.

4. Type the Username and Password as below. Then click Login. (These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different)
 

Username: admin
Password: admin (or time123)

 

5. The router's web-based setup page should now appear. Please follow below steps for the configuration.

• On the setup page, click the Network tab then click on the WLAN then choose Basic sub-tab

• Please ensure Wireless RF Mode is Enabled.

• Click the drop-down arrow for Channel, then select your desired channel.
• Choose between 1 until 11 (Suggested 1,6,11).

• Click Submit. Router will auto reboot and connection re-establish after few minutes.

Should you choose to discontinue/terminate the Astro Fibre Bundle service before the expiry of the contract (24 months), you will be subjected to an early cancelation fee of RM100 x Remaining months of the contract period for your Broadband services and early cancellation fee of New Packs accordingly RM600 (prorated) for Ulti Box or RM1000 (prorated) for Ultra Box.

Any bundle package promotion will be removed, and you will no longer get to enjoy similar promotions upon reconnection.

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

No, the Astro Fibre App is a free mobile application for all Astro Fibre customers with the latest RG21 router.

You can add a reminder to pay your bill, on your Google Calendar with one click. Enjoy uninterrupted services, by remembering to pay your bill on time.

The Multiroom (Smart TV) will mirror the subscription entitlement as per your primary subscription. However, NHK World, Radio, Sky News channels and 3rd party apps such as Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar are not available via the Multiroom (Smart TV).