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.
   • 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 WiFi 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, WiFi 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,  WiFi routers, satellites, cell towers, and more.
   • Although WiFi 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:
     1. Microwaves
     2. Bluetooth Devices
     3. Cordless Phone
3. Surrounding Wi-Fi signals
   • A truth of the modern world is that every  household has their own WiFi 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 Ultrabox/ Netflix.
   • Fortunately, if this is the case, you can prioritize your own network traffic by enabling Quality of Service in your router settings.

Not all shows/channels will be available on the Plug & Play Box as this depends on contractual rights with specific guidelines on the entitlement of these shows/channels and what you have as a part of your subscription.

• Customers subscribing to Plug & Play Box with or without Astro Broadband will not have access to 1 (one) Channel - NHK World

Please be assured that we are continuously working hard to make more content available on the Plug & Play Box.

If you prefer to have all these channels, we recommend that you choose the Satellite dish option for the Ultra or Ulti Box.

Unavailable channels are as below:

Yes, we will schedule for the equipment collection after you have discontinued Astro & Broadband services. If equipment is damaged or lost, penalty fee of RM 530 (inclusive of Govt. Tax) will be charged.

For payments made using credit cards, refunds will be reversed back to the respective card. Whilst payment made by cash and online banking will be made to the account holders bank account.

You may submit your request via Feedback Form with below information details based on your payment method.

Please choose below option in the Feedback Form:

Category: I would like to request for refund

Sub Category: Request for Refund

1) Refund via Bank transfer:

Bank Name: 

Bank Account Number:

*Note: Please confirm your bank account details and ensure it's correct

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2) Refund via Foreign bank:

Bank Name:

Bank Account Number:

Bank Swift Code:

IBAN Code:

Currency: Eg: Dollar/Yen etc

*Note: Please confirm your bank account details and ensure it's correct

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3) Credit Card:

 Credit Card Number: 

ONLY last 4 digit credit card updated with Astro account

*Note: Please confirm your credit card details and ensure it's correct

For My Astro App Users 
Go to the "Account' tab and scroll to "Personal Info' section. Click "Name & contact info' to view and update your personal contact information.

For Ultra and/or Ulti Users 

1. Launch the My Astro app on your Home screen and you will land on your My Astro account dashboard. Then, press the yellow button on your Astro remote control to visit your "Account details".
2. Press the down button to view the "Personal info".
3. Press the left button and focus on the edit icon for the contact details, press on "OK" to change your contact details.

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.  

If band steering is enabled, you do not need to worry about which frequency band that your devices are connected to because the WiFi router will make the assessment and direct each device to appropriate frequency band.

However, it is important to note that quality and signal strength are not guaranteed due to unpredictability given that it is completely up to the connected devices and the WiFi router to intelligently decide on which band to connect.

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.
 

7. 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.

Information of the PPV CH200 cessation has been announced on CH200 from 1 - 7 October prior to the PPV cessation. Once again, we regret any inconvenience caused.

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.

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).

Yes, you can upgrade your internet speed. However, speed downgrade is not allowed.

STEP 1
Check the internet connectivity by run the Test Connection.
Refer Run Test Connection.


STEP 2
Verify the average speedtest based on the Test Connection result.
a. Above 10Mbps - Proceed to STEP 5
b. Less then 10 Mbps - Proceed to STEP 3

Notes: Minimum 10 Mbps internet speed from box requires in order to get a stable connection.



STEP 3
Check the connection to the box either using Ethernet (LAN cable) or Wi-Fi.
a. If using Ethernet (LAN cable) - Connect to Live Agent for help.
b. If using Wi-Fi - Proceed to STEP 4



STEP 4
Check location of the decoder and router.
a. If nearby (within 1.5m) - Try connect to box from router using LAN cable.
b. If far (more than 1.5m) / No LAN cable - Proceed STEP 5



STEP 5
Reboot router, modem and decoder.
If issue persist, please try again after 30mins to 1 hour. Connect to live agent if persist after 30 mins to 1 hour.

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.

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.

1. Please use a LAN ethernet cable and connect your computer/laptop to the back of the Maxis Router.

2. You may open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, etc.

3. On the address bar, please go to http://192.168.1.254 and the page below will appear.

    The default login of the router as below. If you have done a configuration on your router and changed your password previously, please use the password you have previously set.

    Username: administrator

    Password: Router S/N (Available on the sticker at the back of the router)

4. Once you have successfully login, the router's web-based setup page will appear.

5. At the top of the page, click Wi-Fi Configuration to configure the Wi-Fi parameters.

6. You may change the Wi-Fi Name and the Password to follow your preferences, then click "Save" for the changes to take place.

Please reconnect to the new wireless name with the new password once completed.

There will be no changes to your account. However, by paying 5 days earlier, your transactions will be processed in a timely manner and to allow you to enjoy uninterrupted viewing before the next bill is generated for the following month.

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.

We are working with the Sony team to ensure you will be able to enjoy these 4K UHD channels soon. We will keep you posted once these channels are available to you!

1. Ensure Modem/Router are connected tightly to the power socket.

2. Try to use another power socket / power source to eliminate faulty power sockets/power sources which could cause the issue.

3. If issue persists, submit your Feedback Form for further 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.

You require at least two devices to form a Mesh WiFi network which are Astro Fibre WiFi router and a Mesh WiFi unit.

The Mesh unit will link to the WiFi router to form the Mesh WiFi network. You may connect up to 5 Mesh WiFi units for optimal WiFi coverage in your home.

1. Please standby computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via (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://192.168.0.1 or www.tplinkwifi.net and below page will appear.

The default login of the router is available on the sticker at the back of the router. If you have done a configuration on your router previously, the password may be different

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, choose Basic and then click Wireless tab on the left menu to access to below screen.

6. Since this is a dual band router, you will have 2 Wireless Network Names  (SSID) i.e. 2.4GHz and  5GHz. You may connect to any of the SSID, preferably with a stronger signal available.

7. You may change the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and the Password to follow your preferences, then click "Save"  for the changes to take place.

Please reconnect to the new wireless name with the new password once completed.

Although anyone can create an Astro ID, only the Astro account owner is allowed to link their account to the Astro ID. Otherwise, you will need permission from the account's owner in order to complete the linking.

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).

Tap on the "Account' tab on the navigation bar and scroll to "Billing' section. Tap on "Bill Statement' to view any bill statement up to six (6) months.