我们提供一站式服务为您申请Astro和Broadband。不必开车，排队和在销售柜台等候。 我们可以帮助您处理您的申请。

我们不收取额外费用。 无需提供信用卡信息。 费用与您在销售柜台申请的费用相同。

首先，您可以在线申请，我们将在工作时间内立即与您联系。 通过WhatsApp/电子邮件/传真发送您的身份证-IC（马来西亚公民）/ 护照（外国人）的复印件给我们。 收到所有资料后，我们将立即处理您的申请。

一旦收到您的完整资料，我们将在工作时间内立即处理您的申请。一旦您的申请获得批准，服务提供商的承包商将与您联系以进行安装预约。

ASTRO 和宽频收费同时在一张账单，享受更大的节省和无忧的账单支付。 在24个月的合约期内，您可以每月以折扣价享受 Astro 和宽频。

Astro 提供多种电视配套，包括娱乐、体育、电影和儿童配套。您可以选择符合您观看需求的配套，并在适用情况下添加额外的串流应用服务。

可以，您可以只订阅 Astro 电视配套而无需绑定宽频。不过，将 Astro 电视与光纤宽频绑定可享有更好的每月优惠，并且只需支付一张综合账单，更加方便。

对于小型家庭以及轻度上网和串流使用者，100Mbps 通常已足够。较大家庭、游戏玩家或重度串流用户则可选择 500Mbps 或 1Gbps 配套，以获得更流畅的多设备使用体验。

大多数 Astro 电视和光纤宽频配套都附带 24 个月合约期。如在合约期满前取消服务，可能会产生提前终止费用。

可以，您可在符合资格及覆盖范围的情况下随时升级电视配套或宽频速度。根据升级情况，可能需要重新计算合约期限。

您的每月账单将由 Astro 直接发出。您可通过电子邮件接收账单，或通过 Astro 账户在线查看。绑定配套用户将收到电视与宽频服务的综合账单。

付款方式包括网上银行、自动扣款、信用卡或 Astro 提供的其他认可付款渠道。我们的团队将在申请过程中为您提供协助。

如果您遇到任何服务中断问题，可联系 Astro 客户服务寻求技术协助。大多数情况下可远程解决，如有需要将安排技术人员上门处理。

可以，迁移服务需视新地址是否在服务覆盖范围内而定。根据您的配套，可能会产生迁移费用及合约调整。

不需要，提交申请时无需提供信用卡资料。服务获批后，付款安排将由 Astro 直接处理。

部分 Astro 电视配套可根据当前促销及服务情况添加串流服务等附加项目。可能需支付额外月费。

是的，光纤安装时通常会提供 WiFi 路由器。路由器型号可能会根据所选宽频速度配套而有所不同。

可以，我们会在处理您的申请前确认您地址的服务覆盖范围，以确保该地区可安装宽频服务。

马来西亚公民需提供 MyKad 复印件。外籍人士则需在提交宽频申请时提供护照复印件。

申请获批后，服务提供商通常会在 2 至 7 个工作日内联系您安排宽频安装预约。

大多数 Astro 宽频配套附带 24 个月合约期，从安装日期开始计算。如您搬迁，可能需要在新地址重新签订 24 个月合约。

可以，您可在新地址具备服务覆盖的情况下迁移宽频服务。合约期限可能会从新安装日期起重新计算 24 个月。

可以，您可申请在家中调整宽频设备位置。若属于非标准安装，可能会产生额外费用，并需在评估后直接支付给安装人员。

可以，您可转用 Astro 宽频。为避免服务中断，建议在终止现有宽频合约前先开通新的宽频服务。

标准安装在促销期间可能免费，但非标准安装（如设备迁移或复杂布线）可能会产生额外费用，并需直接支付给安装人员。

Yes, customers may need to provide additional documents such as bank-in slips or payment receipts. Any incomplete document, customer will be notified by Astro after validation is made.

Please contact your issuing bank to enable card-not-present (CNP) transactions. This security measure helps us to protect your card information from being misused in fraudulent transactions.

You may proceed with below troubleshooting and it shouldn't take you any longer than 15 minutes.

1. Please standby computer/ laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN (cable) [Connect the LAN (cable) to the yellow port at ZTE 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 and below page will appear.

4. Type the Username and Password as below. Then click Login. (These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different)

Username: admin
Password: admin (or time123)
 

5. The router's web-based setup page should now appear. Please follow below steps for the  configuration.

i. On the setup page, click the Network tab then click on the WLAN then choose Basic sub-tab.

ii. Please ensure Wireless RF Mode is Enabled.

iii. Click the drop-down arrow for Channel, then select your desired channel.

Choose between 1 until 11 (Suggested 1,6,11).

iv. Click Submit. Router will auto reboot and connection re-establish after few minutes.

No, you need to have an Astro ID to enjoy the features.

BYOND / PVR / Ultra Box

To dismantle ONLY - FOC
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To reinstall ONLY – RM65
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To dismantle and reinstall - RM65

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Broadband / IPTV

Relocation within 6 months of contract start will be charged a RM500.00 relocation fee, and the contract will be renewed to a new 24-month contract.

Relocation after 6 months of contract start will have their contract renewed to a new 24-month contract.

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Note For IPTV Customers: 

1. Upon relocation request, all exiting IPTV customers will be converted to our Astro & Broadband service. Customers can choose to have standard Astro service with satellite dish, or unicast Plug & Play without satellite dish.

2. If customers choose to have satellite dish, an additional RM150.00 will be charged for satellite installation. If customers choose to have unicast Plug & Play service, no satellite dish is required, hence no extra charge will be incurred.

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*Please note that additional charges may apply if the reinstallation process requires extra cables/fixings.

Please rest assured that streamingapps labelled with "coming soon" 

will be available on Astro in the near future.Please visit product.astro.com.my/appsfor more information on the streaming apps available on Astro or follow oursocial media to get notified on latest launches. 

Facebook: @Astro 
Instagram: @astromalaysia 
Twitter: @astroonline 

Kindly take note that streaming appslabelled with “coming soon” will be made available on Astro once they areready. Astro reserves the right to delay or cancel streaming app launches, ifnecessary.

Your Astro account number is a 10-digit combination 
E.g: 08XXXXXXXX

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".

Yes, you may terminate the service. However, an early cancellation fee will be applied for terminations/cancellations within 24 months. Please refer to the Astro Fibre's cancellation details.

Once your Plug & Play Box has been activated, a courier service will reach out to you within TWO (2) weeks for a time for them to pick up the old Astro box and SIM card/Smartcard.

1. Ensure that all cables have been plugged out of the old Astro box. To remove the white satellite cable from your old Astro box, simply hold the cable, twist, and gently pull.
2. Set aside these items to be ready for our delivery partner to pick up from you:

• Old Astro Box
• Old Astro Smartcard/SIM Card (leave this in your Astro Box)

3. When a courier arrives at your residence, do confirm that they are collecting items on behalf of Astro.
4. Allow the courier to check the serial number of the Astro box.
5. Hand them all the items for return, and you're done!

1. Please ensure your modem and router power plugs are securely connected to the power socket.

2. Alternatively, try to connect the power plug to a different power socket or power source. This step is to eliminate the possibility of faulty power socket which could cause the issue.

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

Please check your internet speed and connection status via internet connection test. If your internet is working fine and the issue persists, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.

Slow browsing using LAN cable

Looks like there is something wrong with your service connection.

Please run the Speed Test and attach the picture or screenshot of the speed test in the Feedback Form below, in order for us to provide further assistances.

Click here for Speed Test guideline.

Quick Info
A Speedtest is a service that provides free analysis of Internet access parameters, such as connection data rate.

Slow browsing 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:

i) Microwaves

ii) Bluetooth Devices

iii) 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 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, 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.

There are no switching fees apply when existing Astro customer move to new packs.

Regular (DTH) customers can watch Astro without an Internet connection. If you have selected Plug & Play setup option, a minimum speed of 10Mbps/device is required to enjoy a good HD viewing experience on Ultra/Ulti¯Box and 30Mbps/device for 4K UHD viewing on Ultra Box. However, if you have selected the Regular (DTH) option, the internet speeds above are recommended to enjoy a good viewing experience for On Demand and Astro Cloud services.

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.

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.
 

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

For any NJOI-related information, please visit the NJOI Help & Support page at https://purchase.njoi.com.my/en-support

You may proceed with the following troubleshooting steps and it shouldn’t take you much longer than 15 minutes.

1. Please standby computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN cable (connect the LAN cable to the blue port in Cisco 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://192.168.1.1 and below page will appear.

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4. Type the Username and Password as below. Then click "OK". (These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different).

Username: admin

Password: admin (or time123)

5. Click "OK" when a Warning prompt that says,” Using this advanced utility to change your router settings could disable your network” appears. Below display will appears.

6. On the setup page, click the Wireless tab then click on the Basic Wireless Settings sub-tab.

7. On the Configuration View section, click the Manual radio button. Choosing the Manual setup will allow you to adjust your wireless channel according to your preference.

8. Click Wireless Security to view the security settings of your wireless network. Take note of the Security Mode and the Passphrase.

For the example below, the Security Mode used is WPA2/WPA Mixed Mode.

The Wireless name is called Network Name (SSID) and the Passphrase is your wireless password.

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9. Now that you have the Wireless name and Password, you are ready to connect your wireless computers and devices to the network.

10. You may change the Network Name (SSID) and the Passphrase to follow your preferences and please ensure save the changes made. Please reconnect to the new wireless name with the new password once completed.

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Yes, an existing IPTV customer is eligible to switch to Astro Fibre. However, your IPTV services will be switched to a Plug & Play service, and your existing Astro PVR / B.yond Box will be upgraded to the Ultra/Ulti box. There is no additional charge for the Astro Ultra/Ulti upgrade. Please note that you will be re-contracted for 24 months upon installation.

Option 1

1. Please turn off all devices (Modem and Router). By restarting your modem, you can isolate the possibility of overloaded processes in the modem, which would impact its performance.
2. Ensure both cables on Modem (LAN Port 1) and Router (Internet Port) are properly connected.

Modem connection

Router connection

3. Please make sure the LAN cable is connected properly from router (Port 1-4 - LAN  port) to PC/Laptop.

4. If you have change the password in Selfcare Time portal recently, please change the router configuration follows the new password made in  Selfcare, but if you didn't make any changes, please go to Step 5.

5. If the issue persists, submit your feedback form and attach your modem light indicator picture/video for further assistance.
 

Option 2 / Option 3

1. Please turn off all devices (Modem and Router). By restarting your modem, you can isolate the possibility of overloaded processes in the modem, which would impact its performance.

2. Gently remove fiber optic cable and  blow / wipe the tip of the fibre cable. This is to clean up the cable in  order to avoid any interferences.

3. Re-insert the fiber cable to the  optical port behind the modem.

4. Ensure both cables on Modem (LAN Port 1) and Router (Internet Port) are properly connected.

Modem Connection

Router Connection

5.  Make Sure both cables on Modem (LAN Port 4 /LAN Port 3 for second decoder) and Astro Decoder (Network Port) are properly inserted.

6. Switch on modem and router and please wait for 2 minutes to stabilise the devices after  reboot.

5. If the issue persists, submit your feedback form and attach your modem light indicator picture/video for further assistance.


Option 4

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 the issue persists, submit your feedback form for further assistance.

Option 5

1. Please ensure LAN cable is directly connected to modem port LAN 1.

2. Please use different LAN port if LAN 1 port is still off / not working.

3. If the issue persists, submit your feedback form for further assistance.

Your bill will be waived upon request.

Please contact us through one of our platforms found here or Self-serve by logging in to Astro Self-Service Portal within 3-7 days before moving out and we will sort everything out for you!

(i) Head over to My Astro Portal and go to 'Bill & Payment'. Click on 'Payment History'
(ii) Contact us via one of these platforms. Please ensure you include your Astro Account Number.

You need to identify your modem type by looking at the modem light indicator before proceeding with troubleshooting.

The type of modem is indicated as per below:

MODEM INDICATOR 1



MODEM INDICATOR 2




MODEM INDICATOR 3



BTS 1

1. Please power off your modem and router. (This is to refresh your modem and router performance)
2. Make sure the fibre cable from your wall socket to modem is securely connected.

3. Please ensure the LAN cable is securely connected from router to your devices (Astro Box/Laptop etc.)

Modem connection

   

Router connection



4. Now, power on modem and router, wait for 2 minutes to stabilise the devices after reboot. Your internet services should be restored.

5. If issue persists, please connect to our agent and attach your modem light indicator picture for further assistance.



BTS 2

1. Please power off your modem and router. 
    (This is to refresh your modem and router performance)

2. Make sure the fibre cable from your wall socket to modem is securely connected.



3. Please ensure both LAN cables on the Modem (LAN Port 2) and Router (Port 1) are properly connected.


Modem connection


   
Router connection


4. Power on your modem and router, wait for 2 minutes to stabilise the devices after reboot. Your internet services should be restored.

5. If issue persists, please connect to our agent and attach your modem light indicator picture for further assistance.



BTS 3

1. Please ensure your modem and router power plugs are securely connected to the power socket.



2. Alternatively, try to connect the power plug to a different power socket or power source. This step is to eliminate the possibility of faulty power socket which could cause the issue.

3. If issue persists, please connect to our agent for further assistance.

Call our contact centre 03-9543 3838 or visit us at astro.com.my.

No there will not be any penalty.

For the Multiroom subscription on a box setup, if your subscription is within the 24-month contractual period. Then a pro-rated penalty of RM600 will be applied for any Astro box except for Ultra Box, which the penalty will be RM1,000.

Starting 9 November 2021, you will need to subscribe to the new packages to add on Multiroom to your subscription. Your new package will require a minimum primary subscription fee of RM100.

This is to ensure our customers receive the best possible attention and service via our new packages. We thank you for your understanding.

Please contact your issuing bank for further information. Astro does not directly handle standing instructions. Please utilise our auto-debit facility if you would like hassle-free payments.

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 STB Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 4    

Select Network Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 5  

Details information of Network Diagnostics screen will be displayed.

You may proceed with the following troubleshooting steps and it shouldn’t take you much longer than 15 minutes.        

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1. Please standby a computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN cable (connect the LAN cable to the Black port at D-Link Router and direct to the 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://dlinkrouter.local./ and below page will appear. (These are the defaults and if you have done a configuration on your router previously, the password may be different).          

Username: admin          

Password: (Leave the field blank)

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, click Settings and then choose Wireless.

6. Below screen will appear to configure the wireless setting. Since this is a dual band router, you will have 2 Wi-Fi 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 Wi-Fi Name (SSID) and the Password to follow your preferences, and then click "Save" for the changes to take  place.

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

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

Mesh WiFi devices are available as an add-on subscription from RM10/month across all Astro Fibre speeds. You may subscribe to a maximum of 5 units of Mesh WiFi per Astro Fibre subscription. 

You can contact Astro's Contact Centre (03 - 9543 1543) to subscribe to the Mesh WiFi.

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.

Once you have received the eKYC link via SMS/email/astro.com.my, you can proceed to follow the instructions on the screen. You can check out the step-by-step image below for more info.

For MyKad/MyPR/MyTentera :

For Passport :

Returning your Astro box & Smart card/SIM card is a very simple process.

For existing Ultra Box or Ulti Box user, call 03-9543 3838 to schedule our courier partner to come pick up the box or drop them off at the closest Astro Service Centre or Exclusive Partner near you. Click here to find a Customer Service Centre (CSC) or Astro Exclusive Partner (AEP) near you.

For any unreturned Ultra Box or Ulti Box, a box fee of RM100 may be charged to your account.

For all other boxes, please recycle your box at a registered collection center that will properly manage the boxes in an environmentally friendly way. Click here to find a registered collection center near you.

You can proceed with below BTS if the weather is good. Otherwise, you may try again later.

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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 Satellite Settings and press “OK”.

STEP 4

Navigate to Diagnostics and press “OK”.

STEP 5

Refer to the signal strength on your screen.

If it is 65 or higher, please take the screenshot and submit your feedback form.

If it is below 65, please go to Step 6.

STEP 6

Switch off the power for your box and  make sure that the adapter’s power light is off.

STEP 7

Unscrew the satellite cable from the box  and pull it out.

STEP 8

Plug the satellite cable back into the  box and screw it back securely.

STEP 9

Switch on the power for your box and make sure that the adapter’s power light is on. Please wait for 5 minutes.

STEP 10

Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this issue.

If issue persist, please submit the issue on our Feedback Form with error details and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

Centralized  Dish

If issue persist under a centralized satellite dish, please refer to your respective Building Management before contacting our agents.

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.

Do ensure that you are logging in with the correct Astro ID and password. If you are still unable to remember your password, please proceed to use the “forgot password” function to reset your password.  
 

If the issue persists, you may submit an enquiry through our feedback form here. Choose feedback type as “Technical issues” and the issue as “I have an enquiry/issue with Apps.” Then, select the app you’re having trouble logging into, and submit the form. We will get in touch with you within 48 hours.

Kindly note that you will need to link yourAstro ID with an active Astro subscription to use Astro GO, My Astro, and other partner apps that is included in your subscription. You may refer to the steps here on how to do this.

No, there is no penalty or switching fee if you decide to cancel your Multiroom (Smart TV) subscription.

·      Bill 

·      Log into your Astro Self-Service (location)

·      WhatsApp

Please fill up the forms below for processing your request:
Transfer of Equiment Ownership Form

1. Tune to Astro channel 200 - select "Add-Ons"

2. Select the option for Monthly Subscription

3. Send the WhatsApp code as per displayed on the TV screen

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.

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.

We would recommend the following browsers for a smooth verification process:

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Edge

• Mozilla Firefox

• Safari

You can now choose to log in using your email address, mobile number or a social account (Facebook, Google or Apple).

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.

Zee5 is the only app that has a change in price upon the SST increase. Prices of Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Viu, iQIYI, WeTV and Qalbox will not be affected.