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.

Sebagai inisiatif untuk menjaga alam sekitar pelanggan digalakkan untuk memilih penyata bil yang dihantar secara percuma melalui e-mel atau SMS. Bermula 1hb Ogos 2022, akan terdapat kenaikkan Caj Bil bercetak daripadaRM7.00 kepada RM10.00 setiap bil/bulan. Caj Bil bercetak akan dikecualikan untuk pelanggan yang memilihe-Pengebilan, yang akan menerima bil mereka melalui platform digital.

Mulai 21 Jun 2022, semua pendaftaran digital baharu untuk pek TV di astro.com.my kini akan menyertakan akses kepada apl Astro GO dalam masa sejam selepas pembayaran yuran langganan bulan pertama anda (tidak termasuk cukai). Pasang apl pada telefon pintar, tablet atau komputer anda dan anda boleh mula menstrim walaupun sebelum kotak Astro anda tiba!

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

1. Cancel your existing subscription with HBO Max.
2. Once the remaining duration of your existing subscription has ended, you may proceed to subscribe for HBO Max via Astro bill.
3. To subscribe, navigate to My Astro app page and clicked on “Manage your add-ons" where you will be able to manage all the streaming apps you are entitled.

Yes. The TVBAnywhere+ app can be downloaded on compatible mobile device via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once installed, customers can log in with their Astro ID to access the app.

Please reach out to the Simply South team by emailing them at [email protected] you have any enquiries or require assistance with the app.

If you would like to contact Astro, you may reach out to our Customer Service Centre by:

1. Submitting a feedback form here: www.astro.com.my/contactus/form; or
2. Reaching to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 for assistance

Jika anda memilih untuk menurunkan taraf pek anda atau menamatkan perkhidmatan Astro sebelum berakhirnya terma kontrak anda, anda perlu membayar yuran pembatalan. Yuran pembatalan ini dikira berdasarkan pakej langganan anda, tempoh kontrak dan jenis dekoder. Jika anda membatalkan perkhidmatan anda/mengubah pakej anda apabila selesai terma kontrak anda, anda tidak perlu membayar apa-apa yuran pembatalan.

You can have up to five (5) devices registered to your account at any given time. However, you can only stream from one (1) device at a time.

After successfully adding ZEE5 Premium to your bill, follow the simple steps below to stream ZEE5 on your Ultra/Ulti Box:

Step 1: Go to your Astro Home Page and click “ZEE5” under the Apps rail
Step 2: Scan the QR code on screen with your mobile device
Step 3: Log in with an existing ZEE5 ID or sign up for a new account. Then, enter the activation code displayed on your TV screen into the ZEE5 mobile app.
Step 4: Now, enjoy streaming ZEE5 on your Ultra/Ulti Box!
Please ensure that the email address used to log in to the app is the same one used to purchase your ZEE5 premium subscription.

Berkuat kuasa dari tarikh bil 9hb Jul 2024, Cukai Perkhidmatan untuk Astro Broadband Bundle/Astro Fibre Bundle akan dikenakan pada kadar 6%. Pelarasan prorata untuk langganan TV berbayar akan dikira berdasarkan kadar 6%, mengikut kadar cukai langganan semasa.

Astro & Broadband datang dengan komitmen kontrak 24 bulan.

Pelanggan yang menggunakan aplikasi Astro Smart TV boleh menstrim kedua-dua saluran ini (CH549 Love Nature 4K dan CH805 Astro Sports UHD) sekiranya model TV mereka menyokong resolusi 4K UHD.

Sila ambil maklum bahawa model TV Sony berikut tidak menyokong resolusi 4K UHD:
a) Sony BRAVIA 4K GB
b) Sony BRAVIA 4K UR
c) Sony BRAVIA VH

*CH805 Astro Sports UHD hanya tersedia kepada pelanggan yang mempunyai kelayakan Sukan dalam pakej TV yang dilanggan.

Anda boleh menggunakan baki kredit anda untuk mengimbangi bil akaun Astro anda yang akan datang, atau hubungi kami untuk pertanyaan lanjut.

HBO Max is a brand-new streaming service in Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong, raising the bar for quality entertainment. Offering a collection of blockbuster movies, groundbreaking series, iconic hits, best-in-class real-life stories from food, home, lifestyle and documentary, as well as family favourites. Dive into beloved brands and franchises like HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Cartoon Network, Warner Bros., Discovery and beyond. HBO Max delivers exclusive stories and elevates the streaming experience.

Ya, pelanggan yang melanggan Astro First / Astro Best / Pay-Per-View pada Februari 2024 dengan tempoh tontonan pada Mac 2024 akan tetap dikenakan Cukai Perkhidmatan sebanyak 8% di dalam bil seterusnya.

Ya, anda boleh memohon untuk mendapatkan bil-bil e-Invois anda terdahulu jika anda mendapatkan keizinan sebelum tarikh akhir dalam tempoh yang dibenarkan: 5 hari setelah tamatnya tempoh e-Invois.

Senario A (Hanya untuk bulan Aug ’24):
Tarikh Bil: 07 Aug 2024
Bil Bermula/ Berakhir: 07 Aug – 6 Sept 2024
Tempoh Pemohonan e-Invois: 07 Aug – 11 Sept 2024 (dalam waktu 5 hari setelah tempoh berakhirnya bil)
Keputusan pemohonan: Anda akan menerima e-Invois untuk tarikh bil 07 Aug 2024

Senario B (Untuk bulan Sept ’24 dan seterusnya):
Tarikh Bil: 01 Sept 2024
Bil Bermula/ Berakhir: 01 Sept – 30 Sept 2024
Tempoh Pemohonan e-Invois: 01 Sept – 5 Oct 2024 (dalam waktu 5 hari setelah tempoh berakhirnya bil)
Keputusan pemohonan: Anda akan menerima e-Invois dari bulan terdahulu bertarikh 01 Sept 2024

Senario C (Untuk bulan Sep ’24 dan seterusnya):
Tarikh Bil: 01 Sept 2024
Bil Bermula/ Berakhir: 01 Sept – 30 Sept 2024
Tempoh Pemohonan e-Invois: 6 Oct 2024 seterusnya (lebih 5 hari setelah tempoh berakhirnya bil)
Keputusan pemohonan: Anda akan menerima e-Invois untuk kitaran bil seterusnya

You will be able to enjoy your Viu Premium membership immediately upon purchase/choosing it
under your Asian Favourites bundle option. For further clarification, feel free to reach out to us
via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838.

Mesej ralat ini menunjukkan bahawa anda telah mencapai had maksima untuk penstriman video serentak merentas peranti bagi satu (1) akaun. Untuk menghilangkan mesej ini, sila hentikan penstriman pada salah satu peranti anda.

• Jika anda telah membeli pek Astro atau membuat sebarang perubahan pada pek anda pada atau selepas 9 November, anda boleh menstrim pada dua (2) skrin secara serentak.

• Jika anda tidak membuat sebarang perubahan, anda boleh menstrim pada empat (4) skrin secara serentak.

Sekiranya anda masih menghadapi masalah, sila buat laporan melalui WhatsApp atau Borang Maklum Balas.

Bagi pelanggan Astro Fiber baharu dengan penghala RG21, anda akan dibimbing untuk memasang Aplikasi Astro Fiber pada peranti mudah alih anda semasa pemasangan perkhidmatan. Sebagai alternatif, anda boleh merujuk kepada panduan pengguna di sini untuk pemasangan sendiri.

Yes, you can! Simply South is available for all Astro customers. Kindly reach out us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-9543 3838 to know more!

The main features and changes in this update are the revamped look and feel of Astro's user interface on the Astro Ultra/Ulti Boxes and Astro GO, 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; auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO; as well as a Picture-in-Picture mode that shrinks your video player so you can keep watching your favourite shows while using other apps.

The details of each feature are:

• New Astro user interface
• Picture-in-picture mode
• Auto-start Interactive Mode on Astro GO

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

Anda akan menerima dua notifikasi SMS berasingan setelah berjaya mendaftar dengan nombor penjejakan penghantaran untuk Plug & Play Box dan kad SIM Astro.

If your technical issue remains unresolved after completing the recommended troubleshooting steps or seeking assistance from customer support, a technician can be arranged to visit. The applicable charges are as follows:

i. In-contract customers: Free of charge (FOC)
ii. Out-of-contract customers: RM65 per visit.

If you require assistance with the app:
1. Submit an in-app feedback form via the ZEE5 website: https://www.zee5.com/contactUs/

If you have issues on billing and entitlement, you may contact Astro’s Customer Service by:
1. Submitting a feedback form here: www.astro.com.my/contactus/form; or
2. Reaching to us via WhatsApp by typing “Hi” at 03-95433838 for assistance

If the Astro Smart TV app crashes on your Smart TV, please follow the steps below:

1. Clear the App Cache

• Clear the Astro Smart TV application cache on your Smart TV.
• Once completed, relaunch the Astro Smart TV app.
• Check if the issue has been resolved.

2. Reinstall the Astro Smart TV App

• Uninstall the Astro Smart TV app from your Smart TV.
• Download and install the latest version of the Astro app from your TV's app store.
• Launch the app after installation.
• Try playing content again to verify whether the issue has been resolved.

If the app continues to crash after completing the above steps, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form and provide:

• Astro ID use
• Smart TV model
• OS version
• Details of the content being played when the crash occurs

This will help our support team investigate and assist you further.

LANGKAH 1
Semak tetapan Audio pada dekoder anda dan tetapkan kepada Auto.
Rujuk panduan Digital Audio Settings.

LANGKAH 2
Sekiranya isu berlanjutan, semak sekiranya ada peranti tambahan (sound system/hdmi splitter) disambungkan antara dekoder dan TV.

LANGKAH 3
Sekiranya ada, ganti sambungan peranti tambahan tadi dengan memastikan kabel HDMI disambungkan terus dari dekoder ke TV.

LANGKAH 4
Sekiranya isu masih berlanjutan, sila dapatkan bantuan dari ejen Khidmat Pelanggan kami.

Personal Video Recorder (PVR) ialah dekoder Definisi Tinggi (HD) Astro yang datang bersama fungsi rakaman dan boleh disambungkan ke Wi-fi untuk mencapai video atas permintaan. PVR datang dengan ciri-ciri berikut:

DEFINISI TINGGI (HD): Definisi Tinggi menawarkan butiran yang lebih hebat daripada Definisi Standard termasuk warna yang terang dan audio multidimensi.

KAWALAN TV SECARA LANGSUNG: Rakam, Henti, Main; Putar balik program TV kegemaran anda pada bila-bila masa. PVR datang dengan kapasiti storan sebanyak 500GB (200 jam rakaman HD)

ATAS PERMINTAAN: Nikmati pengalaman cara baharu menonton Astro. Dapatkan capaian ke pustaka sehingga 50,000 judul On Demand yang anda boleh ambil dan tonton dengan segera.

Sila pastikan anda telah melanggani saluran ini.
Jika anda sudah melanggan saluran ini, sila ikut langkah di bawah.

STEP 1
Anda perlu memuat semula isyarat box anda
Rujuk langkah panduan untuk Memuat semula signal box anda.

STEP 2
Jika masalah berterusan selepas 30 minit, sila buat laporan melalui WhatsApp atau Borang Maklum Balas.

Cukai Perkhidmatan dikenakan berdasarkan tarikh perkhidmatan yang diberikan. Bagi perkhidmatan yang diberikan pada atau selepas 1hb Mac 2024, kadar Cukai Perkhidmatan adalah 8% dan manakala untuk perkhidmatan yang dinikmati sebelum 1hb Mac 2024, kadar Cukai Perkhidmatan ialah 6%

Untuk pelanggan Pek Platinum dan Multiroom Smart TV, Astro GO+ akan dimasukkan secara automatik ke dalam langganan anda.

Prime Video is Amazon’s over-the-top (OTT) streaming and rental service that offers access to a wide range of content including, exclusive Amazon originals, blockbuster movies and hit shows.

Ejen kurier kami akan mengemaskan peralatan untuk anda. Walau bagaimanapun, jika peralatan anda sudah dikemaskan, sila bungkus di dalam kotak/pembungkusan asalnya jika boleh. Jika pilihan ini tidak tersedia untuk anda, serahkan sahaja peralatan kepada perkidmatan kurier tanpa sebarang pembungkusan. Anda tidak akan dikenakan sebarang bayaran jika pembungkusan asal telah rosak/hilang.

Once your 12-month contract period ends, you will continue to enjoy your Astro X3 Pack at the same monthly subscription fee as your per your initial plan, subject to Astro's prevailing terms and conditions and any future changes communicated in advance. There will be no price change upon contract expiry. Pricing is as outlined below.

Note: All prices quoted are excluding SST

Anda akan menerima e-mel dalam masa 45 minit selepas pembayaran dibuat untuk memberitahu anda sama ada pembayaran pendahuluan anda berjaya atau tidak. Jika pembayaran anda gagal, anda boleh menghubungi Pusat Khidmat Pelanggan Astro di 03-9543 3838 atau tunggu wakil Astro menghubungi anda dalam masa 2 hari bekerja untuk membantu anda dengan pesanan anda.

Sila periksa kelajuan dan status sambungan internet anda. Sekiranya internet anda berfungsi tanpa masalah, sila log keluar dan log masuk ke aplikasi sekali lagi.

Sekiranya anda masih menghadapi masalah, sila buat laporan melalui WhatsApp atau Borang Maklum Balas.

Existing Netflix add-on customers will be notified prior to their next bill cycle via email.

Terdapat beberapa kemungkinan yang menyebabkan SIM kad rosak. Anda boleh melayari halaman Bantuan & Sokongan Astro dan skrol ke bahagian 2. Technical Troubleshooting – Ultra Box / Ulti Box untuk mencari senario yang paling sesuai dengan situasi anda. Kemudian ikut langkah penyelesaian yang tertera.

- Unit Mesh hanya boleh digunakan di dalam rumah. Ia boleh dipasang pada dinding atau diletakkan secara melintang pada meja. Jangan pasangkan dalam mod lain, seperti pada siling.

- Pastikan mempunyai jarak sekurang-kurangnya 10cm lapang di sekeliling unit mesh untuk memastikan pengudaraan yang betul.

- Jauhkan unit mesh daripada perkakas elektrik yang menjana medan magnetik yang kuat atau medan elektrik, seperti ketuhar gelombang mikro.

Bagi akses kali pertama, log masuk atau mendaftar Netflix sebelum perkhidmatan diaktifkan sepenuhnya boleh menyebabkan caj berganda sekiranya Netflix diaktifkan secara berasingan menggunakan kad kredit anda.
Jika anda menghadapi masalah menonton Netflix, sila semak perkara berikut:

1. Pastikan Ultra / Ulti Box anda disambungkan ke internet
2. Mulakan semula Ultra / Ulti Box anda dan cuba akses Netflix sekali lagi

Nota: Jika masalah berterusan, sila hubungi kami untuk bantuan lanjut.
Anda juga boleh mengakses Netflix melalui aplikasi Netflix pada TV anda, jika tersedia.

Astro customers can enjoy a special offer of RM10.80/month (RRP RM14.90/month) including tax when they subscribe to ZEE5 Premium via Astro.

Pelanggan Astro boleh melanggan Netflix melalui Astro atau memilih untuk teruskan langganan Netflix secara langsung.

Kelajuan Internet minimum yang disyorkan ialah 10 Mbps untuk video HD dan 30 Mbps untuk video 4K UHD.

Anda akan dapat menonton hampir serta-merta semasa strim rancangan melalui Astro Box anda. Masa penimbal untuk video dimuatkan akan bergantung pada kelajuan jalur lebar anda.

Netflix hanya tersedia untuk para pelanggan IPTV di Ultra Box. Pelanggan Bukan Ultra Box tidak boleh mengakses Netflix di CH741. Sila naik taraf kepada Ultra Box untuk mengakses Netflix di Ultra Box.

Hanya Kad Kredit dan Kad Debit Visa, MasterCard, dan American Express yang dikeluarkan oleh bank di Malaysia dapat diterima oleh saluran bayaran milik Astro. Rakan kongsi rasmi pembayaran Astro mungkin mempunyai polisi yang berbeza - sila periksa dengan rakan kongsi pembayaran pilihan anda untuk maklumat terkini.