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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.
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.
Service will be resumed after you make payment within 45 days. The monthly subscription fee to be prorated accordingly and a reconnection fee of up to RM20 (exclusive of SST) will be applied upon service resumption.
If payment is made within 45 days from your bill cycle date, Astro & Broadband services will be resumed within 3 hours of payment received. Your following month's bill will be prorated accordingly.
Find out more about the reconnection fee here.
No, your rewards cannot be transferred to another person or exchanged for cash.
Disabling band steering means that there will be two frequency bands available for the users - 2.4GHz and 5GHz.
Note: Band Steering is called Dual-band Combination in the router web interface.
- Please connect your computer or laptop to your Astro Fibre router using LAN cable. Your LAN cable must be connected from the yellow port of Astro Fibre router (Any available port).
- Once connected, open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and etc.
- On the address bar, type http://192.168.100.254 and below page will appear.
Login using your username and password if you have changed the router login setting. Otherwise, your default router login is as per below.
Username: user
Password: user
4. Once you have successfully logged in, the router's web-based setup page will appear.
5. At the top of the page, click Wi-Fi to configure the WiFi parameters.
6. Click on Dual-band Combination button to disable the Band Steering.
7. Set the Wi-Fi name and Wi-Fi Password for both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands based on your preference. Then click "Apply" for the changes to take place.
8. Kindly ensure to reconnect your WiFi according your new WiFi name and password.
Astro Rewards is your free loyalty programme - a way for us to say thank you for being with us.
We're always adding new and exciting gifts, deals, and experiences for you - all ready and waiting in the My Astro app for you, right at your fingertips. Here's the best part, the longer you're with us, the better your rewards!
Please follow the steps below to reset your password:
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!
Please upgrade the Ultra/Ulti Box software to enjoy Netflix on your Ultra/Ulti Box. To do this, please click on the Netflix app icon on the homepage or go to CH741 to prompt the software upgrade. Kindly click Install when the software upgrade prompt appears. This will take approximately 20 minutes and you would be able to launch Netflix on the Ultra/Ulti Box after that.
Customers subscribing to the following Astro packs will get to automatically enjoy Disney+ Hotstar as part of their newer, bigger and better packs
- Movies Pack
- Movies Plus Pack
- Premium 1
- Premium 3
- Platinum Pack
Customers with any of the above subscriptions with an Ultra or Ulti Box will also be able to enjoy Disney+ Hotstar on their big screen TV via their Astro Box, in addition to disneyplushotstar.my and the mobile app. Please click here on how to access Disney+ Hotstar on the Ultra/Ulti Box.
Astro customers who are not on the above Packs may upgrade to the Movies, Movies Plus, Premium 1, Premium 3 or Platinum Pack to receive access to Disney+ Hotstar at no additional cost. Alternatively, customers may visit www.astro.com.my/disney to subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar Premium through a 3-month plan via Astro at RM54.90 (NP: RM79.90 quarterly, Astro customer may see up to 30% savings in their Disney+ Hotstar Premium subscription)
For more information, please visit www.astro.com.my/disney. If you need further help, please WhatsApp “DH Help” to Astro or call them at 03-9543 3838 for assistance.
Starting 12 December 2023, users have to use their registered email address, mobile number or a social account (Facebook, Google or Apple) to log into any of Astro's digital platforms, including My Astro, Astro GO and Astro's official website. Usernames as an Astro ID is no longer available. This change was made to ensure details linked to your Astro account are always updated and to improve the overall user experience on our platforms.
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
Yes, customers will be charged 8% Service Tax for packages purchased after 29th February due to the implementation of the 8% Service Tax starting 1st March 2024.
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
Your Astro account number is a 10-digit combination
E.g: 08XXXXXXXX
Depending on your service, it is mandatory to return some devices as per our T&Cs, whilst other devices should be disposed of and recycled at collection centres registered under the Department of Environment. To find out what you should do with your devices after service termination, please click here.
We are thrilled to announce that as part of your subscription, you are able to enjoy exclusive coverage of live matches in HD on Astro channels, On Demand and Astro GO! This means that you'll have access to all the latest games, highlights, and analysis, right at your fingertips.
With this new addition, you'll be able to follow your favourite teams and players closer than ever before, keeping you up-to-date with all the action on and off the field. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual spectator, this new content is sure to provide you with endless hours of entertainment.
To ensure that we continue offering the best choice in sports content, our Sports Pack will now be priced at RM104.99/month (for 12 months contract) or RM99.99/month (for 24 months contract) and Premium Pack 1 will now be priced at RM139.99/month (for 12 months contract) or RM129.99/month (for 24 months contract) starting 9 February 2023, and this applies to all new customers.
Note that there will no changes for existing Sports Pack & Premium 1 customers in 24 or 12 month contract being renewed before 1st June 2023.
We appreciate your continued support and can't wait for you to experience this exciting new addition to your Sports Pack subscription.
Please refer to the table below for the full revised pricing for the following packs:
We hope you continue to enjoy your Astro experience with us.
Astro Fibre is only available with Fibre infrastructure and does not support copper wire infrastructure.
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.
In the new bill layout, there are three tax indicators for customer to refer: S1 (8%), S2 (6%), and N (non-taxable item). Each item list will be marked in accordance with the tax indicator below:
You are attempting to play a content that is not part of your subscription. If you are not able to play a content that you are subscribed to, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.
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.
For information about the Disney+ Hotstar app functions and specifications, please visit help.hotstar.com or email disneyplus.my@hotstar.com.
Disney+ Hotstar app is now available to Astro customers on the Ultra and Ulti Box will be able to enjoy the app on the big screen and stream all their favourite blockbuster movies from Hollywood to Hallyu and award-winning shows from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, National Geographic, FX and 20th Century Studios!
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 Audio and press "OK".
STEP 4
Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.
Yes, a third party is allowed to make the advance payment on your behalf. In the case of refund, the amount will be returned to the owner of the third-party account (source of payment).
No, Astro & Broadband only offers a 24-month contract period upon sign up.
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.
Yes, you can. If you are an existing Astro customer with the Disney+ Hotstar add-on option, your Disney+ Hotstar add-on option will be converted without any early termination charge upon your successful re-contract to eligible bundle packages.
STEP 1
Press "HOME" button on your remote control.
STEP 2
Navigate to Settings and press "OK".
STEP 3
Navigate to STB Diagnostics and press "OK".
STEP 4
From General Tab, look at the Smart Card No for the smartcard number.
STEP 5
Take look at the Set Top Box Serial Number for the box serial number.
There are no switching fees apply when existing Astro customer move to new packs.
Your purchase will be reflected on your next monthly Astro bill. For example, if you rented a movie for RM 15.00 for 2 days and your next bill statement is in 2 weeks. RM 15.00 will be reflected in your Astro subscription bill in two weeks' time.
Yes, you can sign up for auto-debit after your account has been activated via My Astro.
Alternatively, you may also call our Customer Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 for assistance or to enquire about any current Auto Debit promotions.
SST of 6% and 8% will be applied accordingly to your bundle services:
- 8% SST to Astro TV Pack
- 6% SST to Astro Fibre
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.
Astro Multiroom service mirrors all content from your primary subscription, except selected Special Interest and pay-per-view channels such as Astro First/Best movies.
For customers with Multiroom box, the Plug & Play setup with Astro Broadband will not have access to NHK World. The Plug & Play setup without Astro Broadband will not have access to NHK World.
Of course not! It is a value-added service introduced for your convenience.
STEP 1
On your remote, press the HOME button.
STEP 2
Navigate to SETTINGS icon and press "OK".
STEP 3
Navigate to Manage Satellite Frequency and press “OK”.
STEP 4
Choose to Update Satellite Frequency and press “OK”.
STEP 5
Choose "Confirm" to continue Satellite Frequency Update and press “OK”.
STEP 6
Satellite Frequency Update progress screen will be displayed.
The updates will take approximately 20 minutes.
STEP 7
The status will be displayed once update is complete.
Yes, penalty fee of RM200/Mesh WiFi will be imposed if customer fails to return the device(s). The courier company would make two attempts to retrieve the Mesh WiFi unit within a period of 30 days, failing which the penalty would be imposed.
From Channels 480 (Astro First):
- Go to channel 480
- Search for the Movie title or Series and press “OK” button from Astro remote control;
- Choose how to purchase via WhatsApp or SMS.
- Enter the Pin Code
Purchase via Whatsapp
- Go to channel 480
- Whatsapp the “movie code” to 03-9543 3838
- Enter your “smart card number” (this is available on the top right corner of your tv screen)
- Type “1” to confirm
- The reply will direct you to the entitlement channel accordingly
Purchase via SMS
- Go to channel 480
- SMS the “movie code” to 32999
- The SMS confirmation reply will direct you to the entitlement channel accordingly
*SMS service is available for Maxis, Celcom, Digi and U Mobile only.
From Beyond PVR On Demand interface:
- Press the “Home” button on the Astro remote control
- Select “On Demand” and press the “OK” button from the Astro remote control
- Scroll to “Store” and search for the Movies/series
- Select “Buy” and enter Pin Code.
From Ultra/Ulti On Demand interface:
- Press the “Home” button on the Astro remote control
- Scroll to the Store tab
- Scroll to “Astro First: New Releases” or “Astro First: Blockbusters” and search for the Movies
- Select “Rent” and enter Pin Code
From Astro Go app (purchases only applicable for Android devices):
- Download the Astro Go app from the Google Play store.
- Create an ID and link your account / proceed to log in if you have linked your account
- Scroll to “Store” and search for “Astro First: New Releases” or “Astro First: Blockbusters”
- Select “Rent” and enter Pin Code
*The default pin code is 0000 if you have not pre-set it.
STEP 1
On your remote, press the “HOME” button and the home menu will be displayed at the bottom of your screen.
STEP 2
Navigate to SETTINGS and press “OK”.
STEP 3
Navigate to STB DIAGNOSTICS and press “OK”.
STEP 4
Refer to the signal strength % shown on the top left of your screen.
You would need your 10-digit account number and your email address.
The amount you're charged depends on:
- Your contract period and how long's left of your minimum term from the date your subscriptions end, calculated in months.
- Your current box type - Ultra or Ulti/Other Astro Boxes
- The packages you subscribe to, including App services such as Disney+ Hotstar and Netflix
If you sign up Astro & Broadband with standard Ultra & Ulti box (DBB), all channels are available.
However, there are channels that will not be available with Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box which are NHK World (398).
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.
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 and press "OK".
STEP 3
Navigate to STB Diagnostics and press "OK".
STEP 4
Navigate to Network Diagnostics and press "OK" .
STEP 5
Please ensure the Tunes service multicast status is Multicast Up.
If the status is Multicast is Not Available, please reboot the decoder and router before verifying this status.
If issue persists, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form with error details and attach a picture of your Network Diagnostics.
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 Remote Control Settings and press "OK".
STEP 4
Follow the steps appear on the screen to sync your Astro remote.
Astro continuously reviews its content proposition to offer the best choices and a variety of compelling content for our customers for the best viewing experience. As such, we will cease the sale of PPV passes on CH200 from 8 October onwards.
Customers can continue to enjoy their favourite content by subscribing to the relevant packs and stay tuned for more exciting offers to be announced soon.
Connect your Ultra Box/Ulti Box today and get the full value for your subscription. We believe we can provide you the best entertainment experience in Malaysia, and it all starts with connecting your box to the internet.
Want to enjoy these features for free?
- Continue watching Astro even when it’s raining.
- Binge-watch and catch-up to 110,000 videos on-demand from Malaysia, Hollywood, Korea, China, Bollywood and more anytime.
- Create multiple profiles in your house to enjoy a personalized Astro experience, with shows recommended to you based on your interest. There is a Kids-friendly version for your little ones as well.
- Rewind, pause and fast-forward shows and matches so that you will never miss another moment.
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
Scroll to Network Settings and press "OK". Select New Wi-Fi Connection and press "OK".
STEP 4
Select your Wi-Fi network and press "OK". Please enter the password to connect to your network.
STEP 5
You have successfully connected when this screen appears.
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).
Once you have received the eKYC link, you need to complete the verification within 3 days.
