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.

STEP 1    

Choose your language preferences for both Menu Language and Info Language. Then, press "OK".

STEP 2    

Select you box operating mode and press "OK".

STEP 3    

Select the resolution supports by your TV and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Press "OK" to proceed to the next screen.

STEP 5  

Please select the LNB type and press "OK".

STEP 6    

Select this as the Entry Point and press "OK" to confirm your selection.

STEP 7    

Signal reading results for Tuner 1 and Tuner 2 screen will be displayed. Then, press "OK" to proceed to next screen.

STEP 8    

Select Yes, continue and press "OK" to connect to Wi-Fi network.

STEP 9    

Please wait while the box scanning for the available Wi-Fi network.

STEP 10    

Select your Wi-Fi network and navigate to "Connect".

STEP 11    

Please enter the password to connect to your network and press "OK".

STEP 12    

You are successfully connected when this screen appears.

No additional subscription is required. Video On-Demand (VOD) is a value-added service for all Astrro customers with connected Astro boxes (Ultra Box, Ulti Box, HD-PVR & PVR boxes). All you have to do is connect your decoder to your home Wi-Fi and you'll be able to access the world of on demand. Binge-watch, rewind, fast-froward and stream all your favourite shows anytime.

Astro is an official distributor of Disney+ Hotstar, the dedicated streaming home of global, and Malaysian Hits. Astro customers can now subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar through our Movies, Premium 1, Premium 3 or Platinum Pack and enjoy award-winning entertainment with Disney+ Hotstar alongside Astro's much-loved local content for even better value and savings. Now, customers can enjoy Disney+ Hotstar on their Ultra or Ulti Box, mobile app or web! In addition, customers who have multiple primary Astro accounts will be entitled to multiple entitlements to Disney+ Hotstar.

STEP 1
On your Astro 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
General Diagnostics results will be displayed on the screen.
Scroll until observed the SW Download Status.

To set up a Mesh WiFi network around your house, the Mesh unit will need to be paired with the WiFi router. Steps to pair these two devices are as follows:

i. Place the Mesh unit close to the WiFi router (within 2 meters) and power it on

ii. After the Mesh unit starts up, press and hold the WPS buttons of the Mesh unit and the WiFi router for 3 - 5 seconds in turn within 2 minutes

iii. After the WLAN and Internet indicators of the Mesh turns steady blue, the Mesh is connected to the Internet

iv. Move the Mesh to the desired place where you need to expand WiFi and power it on. After the Internet indicator turns steady blue, WiFi is expanded successfully.

Your purchased PPV daily pass will still be accessible to you for the purchased duration ie. 3, 5, 7 or 30 days respectively. However, you will no longer be able to purchase PPV daily passes from 8 Oct onward.

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.

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.

Purchase function on Astro GO is only available for Android devices, Huawei devices and on the Astro GO website. For Apple device users, please head to astrogo.astro.com.my to make your purchase.

Purchase instruction:

Head to the Store section

Click on RENT

Enter Your PIN (Default PIN 0000)

Confirm to Purchase

Purchased Success. Enjoy!

You purchased content title will be available under "Rental" in My Library. All purchases on Astro GO will be added to your monthly bill and accessible on both Astro GO and your Astro decoder. Cancellation of purchase is not possible upon confirmation.

*Purchase of content is only available on Android & Huawei devices and on the Astro GO website*

Payment for Astro services will not increase. However, the Service Tax applicable will be increased from 6% to 8% and this will result in an increase in the total amount payable.

Tap on the "Account' screen on the navigation bar and scroll to the "Subscription' section. Tap on "TV Pack' to view your pack, box, multiroom, and Astro GO information.

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

Intermittent internet connection using LAN cable
Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.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.

Quick Info
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.


Intermittent internet connection using Wi-Fi

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.    

i) 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.
 

ii) 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.
 

iii) 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.

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, Wi-Fi routers, satellites, cell towers, and more.

Although Wi-Fi 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:

• Microwaves
• Bluetooth Devices
• Cordless Phone

3.  Surrounding Wi-Fi signals

A truth of the modern world is that every household has their own Wi-Fi 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 Ultra box/ 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.

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.

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.

Astro & Broadband comes with 24-month contract commitment.

Step 1:

Type ASTRO<space>BARCODE<space>10 digit account number

Example: ASTRO BARCODE 0866603852

Step 2:

Send SMS to 66688

*Standard telco charges and Terms and Conditions apply

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.

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 Parental Control and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Please enter your PIN (Default PIN is 0000).

STEP 5    

Navigate to your preferred category to block and press "OK".

Although it is possible to pair the second mesh node unit with the first mesh, customers are advised to follow similar steps in setting up the Mesh Network by pairing the mesh unit with the WiFi router instead.

Multiroom discount rates will be removed upon splitting the account.

A deposit of RM500 is payable for new subscribers (non-Malaysians). The fee will be refunded when service is terminated.

No deposit is required for all existing Astro customers and new subscribers (Malaysians).

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 Subtitles and press "OK".

STEP 4

Navigate to your preferred selection and press "OK".