As a rule of thumb, this issue might happen when the devices are not equipped with minimum requirement above that supports the subscribed internet speeds:

• WiFi technology
• Network Interface Card (NIC)

As mentioned above however, it is important to note that despite meeting the device minimum requirements, it is not a guarantee that devices connected over WiFi will be able to achieve maximum subscribed internet speeds due to the following:

1. Bad WiFi signal quality and coverage across the area due to:
   • Distance from the RGW/Mesh AP with connected device
   • Obstruction within the house (walls, metallic surfaces)
   • Interference with other household appliances
2. Congested bandwidth
   • If there are too many devices connected to the WiFi network, then the bandwidth might be overloaded with traffic hence, slowing down the speed
3. Devices are connected using WiFi instead of wired using LAN.
   • It is important to note that wired connection offers better reliability and speed over WiFi.
   • WiFi is more prone to interference compared to a wired connection which causes lower speeds and dropped signal.
4. 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:
   • 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.
   • 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.
   • 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.
5. 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 Ultrabox/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.

Note:
Astro and its service providers will not offer any guarantees for compatibility of the customer's equipment (e.g., Personal Computer, Notebook, printers) nor provide on site troubleshooting for WiFi service issues related to the customer's equipment.

Kindly download the Astro Smart TV app from your Smart TV’s app store and follow the steps on the screen to log in.

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.

Yes, the 6% Service Tax applies to add-on Astro services effective bill date 9^th July 2024 onwards.

For Platinum Pack and Multiroom Smart TV customers, Astro GO+ will be automatically added to your subscription.

For customers that would like to subscribe to Multiroom with a box installation,

(i) customers on the old packages (example Family Pack, Starter Pack, Value Pack, Super Pack or Super Pack Plus) will have to subscribe to our new packages first by sending "Switch" to 03-9543 3838 via WhatsApp;

(ii) customers on the new Astro packages can subscribe by visiting product.astro.com.my/multiroom or WhatsApp "Hi" to 03-9543 3838.

For Astro Ultra and Ulti Box customers

• No action is required.
• The new Disney+ app will be made available automatically on your Astro Box from 7 October 2026.
• You can sign in using the same email address or mobile number associated with your existing Disney+ account to start streaming.

For customers who watch on personal devices (e.g. mobile phones, tablets or Smart TVs)

• Download the new Disney+ app to continue streaming Disney+.
• You can sign in using the same email address or mobile number associated with your existing Disney+ account to start streaming.
• The current Disney+ app will remain available until 4 November 2026, giving customers time to make the switch.
• Samsung and LG Smart TV users are encouraged to download the new app before 20 October 2026.

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

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

You will be able to watch the same video on demand content on your Ultra/Ulti Box as the ZEE5 mobile app or website. However, ZEE5 live channels are currently not available on the Ultra/Ulti Box. Please stay tuned for updates!

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

Please be sure to take your decoder, satellite dish, smartcard, remote control and all other fixtures after dismantling is done by the technician.

Astro customers can subscribe to WeTV VIP via Astro as an add-to-bill service for only RM13.90/month (RRP RM13.90) to enjoy the app on their big screen TV via the Ultra/Ulti Box, wetv.vip or on the go with the WeTV mobile app which is available on Android and iOS devices.

For more details on the WeTV VIP Membership, please refer to Q12 - Q17.

The TVBAnywhere+ app offers over 40,000 hours of Chinese entertainment, including the latest drama series, variety shows, evergreen classics, and unlimited TVB originals that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. It also features exclusive dramas, known as TVBAnywhere+ Originals, such as

Ghost Cleansing Ltd

and

OPM

, which are available exclusively on the app. In addition, the app includes selected movie titles for on-demand viewing, providing more flexibility compared to the TVB channels on Astro.

No, your rewards cannot be transferred to another person or exchanged for cash.

Yes, the 6% Service Tax will be imposed for Astro Smartcard/SIM card replacement effective bill date 9

th

July 2024 onwards.

For multi-frequency customers, RM10.00 is charged per physical bill generated.

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%.

Yes, eKYC verification is mandatory. In addition, this verification process helps to reduce manual handling of customer's personal information and secure against unauthorised usage.

Sun NXT offers content in six different languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali, and Marathi.

If Astro does not receive your payment by the stated due date, your service may be disrupted as our system will automatically suspend your account. If you then wish to reconnect your subscription account, a charge of up to RM42.40 (inclusive of SST) will be imposed upon reconnection.

Find out more about the reconnection fee here.

Yes, you can request e-invoicing for your last month's bill if you obtain approval before the last date of the allowable period for the month: 5 days after the end date of the invoice period.

Scenario A (Only for Aug ’24):
Bill Date: 07 Aug 2024
Bill Start/End Period: 07 Aug – 06 Sept 2024
Timeframe requesting e-invoice: 07 Aug – 11 Sept 2024 (within 5 days after the end bill period)
Request Outcome: You will get the e-invoice for last month’s bill dated 07 Aug 2024.

Scenario B (For Sept ’24 onwards):
Bill Date: 01 Sept 2024
Bill Start/End Period: 01 Sept – 30 Sept 2024
Timeframe requesting e-invoice: 01 Sept – 5 Oct 2024 (within 5 days after the end bill period)
Request Outcome: You will be getting the e-invoice for last month’s bill dated 01 Sept 2024

Scenario C (For Sept ’24 onwards):
Bill Date: 01 Sept 2024
Bill Start/End Period: 01 Sept – 30 Sept 2024
Timeframe requesting e-invoice: 6 Oct 2024 onwards (more than 5 days after the end bill period)
Request Outcome: You will be getting the e-invoice for the next bill cycle.

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.

We would need you to run few tests in order for us to understand your issue and to assist you in fixing the problem.

You may proceed with the troubleshooting steps below which should not require any longer than 15 minutes.

1. Please run each of the tests according to your your Laptop/PC Software.
2. Compile the pictures / screenshots of your test results in one file (i.e Microsof Word document, PDF file) and attach them in the Support Ticket below in order for us to assist you further:
   • List of websites effected.
   • Run the Speed Test via LAN (cable) and Wi-Fi connection - Please click here for Speed Test guideline.
   • Run the Traceroute Test - Please click here for Traceroute Test guideline.
   • Run the Ping Test - Please click here for Ping Test guideline.
3. 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.

Yes, we will schedule for the equipment collection after you have terminate the services.
If equipment is damaged or lost, penalty fee will be charged as below:

• Astro Box – RM100
• Router – RM200 (For Astro Fibre only)
• Mesh – RM200 each (For Astro Fibre only)

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.

Customer can return the Ultra Box / Ulti Box by dropping to the nearest Astro Authorize Courier Partner and the adjustment will be made into the next bill once the box received.

If you're experiencing technical issues, please visit Astro's Help & Support page and follow the troubleshooting steps for your issue: https://support.astro.com.my/category/streaming-app

If the issue persists after following the recommended troubleshooting steps, please contact our customer support team via WhatsApp at 03-9543 3838 for further assistance.

Some of our payment partners require payees to scan the barcode on the statement to make payment. Always bring your Astro bill statement when making payment over the counter.

This initiative is part of Astro’s “GO GREEN” journey, which was implemented to promote paperless billing and to play our part in protecting the environment. The objective of the Paper Bill Charge is to encourage our customers to opt for e-Billing as their preferred Bill Delivery Method, which is also a more convenient and efficient way to access and manage their bills. Hence, a fixed RM10.00 monthly charge will be applied to all existing and new Astro customers who opt for Paper Bills as their preferred bill delivery method.

No, customers without an Ultra/Ulti Box will not be able to enjoy Sun NXT via their Astro Box. However, they can enjoy Sun NXT on their mobile devices. To enjoy Sun NXT on their big screen, customers can upgrade to an Ulti/Ultra box. Customers can check their eligibility for the free box swap by logging into the My Astro app or by contacting Astro’s customer service at 03 9543 3838.

Once the e-invoicing is activated, you cannot change your bill delivery method. If you do, your e-invoice will be automatically deactivated.

No, there will be no changes to your existing Astro subscription, package, pricing, or services. You can continue enjoying your current Astro experience as usual. The launch of Astro X3 does not affect your existing subscription unless you choose to make changes to your plan.

For Astro Ultra Box or Ulti Boxes, you will be able to see an itemised charge called "Box Fee” in your Astro bill.

Yes, you may still watch Love Nature on CH550 and Sports content on CH810–CH833, which offer the same content and programmes in HD resolution.

Kindly note that channels CH810–CH833 are only available to customers with Sports entitlement in their subscribed TV Pack.

Yes, you may submit for the termination of account, but it is subjected to an Early Termination Fee (ETF) based on the remaining contract.

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

Check out our user guide for a quick and easy way to get started!

Download our user guide in English

Download our user guide in Malay

Download our user guide in Chinese

Do you need more information? Watch our Astro Ultra How to videos here.

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.

Currently, e‑Invoicing is not mandatory for all customers. However, it is mandatory for customers who subscribe to Astro Fibre or Broadband services, as this follows the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia’s (IRBM) national e‑Invoicing requirement.

For other Astro services, e‑Invoicing is optional, but customers are encouraged to opt in as it supports quicker processing, smoother transactions and a more seamless billing and tax compliance experience over time.

Only Visa, MasterCard, and American Express Credit Cards and Debit Cards issued by banks in Malaysia are accepted by Astro-owned payment channels. Official Astro payment partners may have different policies - please check with your preferred payment partner for the latest information.

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.