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.

The warranty period will be 24 months.

The Liga Malaysia will be available for all Astro customers starting 3 May 2024 as part of your Astro subscription at no additional cost until further notice.
 

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.

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*

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.

You can request for a password reset by clicking on "Forgot My Password' at the login page.

Refund  can be made when there be a termination of account, over payments and in  cases where payment was wrongly made to another Astro account.

If you have NOT made any changes to your Astro pack on or after 9th November 2021, you can enjoy up to four (4) concurrent streams on Astro GO anywhere, anytime. However, if you have Astro GO+ as part of your subscription, you will be upgraded to four (4) concurrent streams.

Step 1: Visit Astro website at https://www.astro.com.my/

Step 2: Click "Login'

Step 3: After login, click the profile icon and select 'Manage Profile'. You may change your account password here.

Please follow the steps below to retrieve your Astro ID:



Note: Only Astro customers whose Astro ID is linked to their subscription can retrieve their Astro ID this way. Otherwise, you would need to create a new account.
 

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.

The Malaysia Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC)has issued a directive to all telecommunication companies (telcos) to block the sending and receiving of SMS with URL links. The move is aimed at preventing users from becoming victims of online scams. This exercise is applicable for all person-to-person SMS with URL links sent to or received from local and international mobile numbers, which has already taken effect as of 2 May 2023.

STEP 1
On your remote, press the Home button and the Home Page will be displayed your screen. 



STEP 2
Navigate to SETTINGS.



STEP 3
Navigate to Profile Selection on Startup and press “OK”.



STEP 4
Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.



STEP 5
Navigate to Save and press “OK”.

STEP 1
Switch off the power for your box and  make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 2
Locate the Smartcard at the front or right side and gently pull it out make sure that the adapter's power light is off.

STEP 3
Wipe the Smartcard's gold chip clean using a dry soft cloth.

STEP 4
Make sure the gold chip is facing upwards and reinsert it all the way in.

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

STEP 6
Turn on your box. You should no longer be experiencing this problem.
If issue persist, please submit the issue in our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics  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 Video Resolution and press “OK”.

STEP 4

Navigate to your preferred selection and press “OK”.

Recommended to select Auto.

STEP 5

Navigate to Save and press "OK" to confirm your selection if able to read the text properly.

Otherwise, navigate to Cancel to revert to previous settings.

You may manage all your Astro subscriptions via My Astro app. Download here or on your App Store or Google Play Store.

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    

Take a look at the Smart Card Status.

Yes, customers will be charged a fixed Paper Bill Fee of RM10.00 per bill every month for each account.

Customers with HD boxes can subscribe to the All-New Astro Pack without a box upgrade except if the customer request to move to OTT bundled pack which is mandatory to upgrade to Ulti or Ultra. 

Note: OTT is referring to either Netflix, D+H or both.

You can add on Astro Fibre, our own internet service to your existing TV Pack for even more value and savings. Please click here to learn more about Astro Fibre.

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. 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).

2. Once connected, open any web browser such as Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and etc.

3. 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 More to configure the WiFi parameters.

6. From the left menu, select WLAN and choose Wi-FI Advanced Network to access the screen below.

7. To change the channel on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, click the drop-down arrow for Channel, then select your desired channel.

8. Then, click "Apply" for the changes to take  place.

For Astro Fibre subscription, should you choose to discontinue/terminate the Astro Fibre service before the expiry of the contract (24 months), you will be subjected to an early cancellation fee of RM100 x Remaining months of the contract period for your Broadband services.

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

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 can proceed with below troubleshooting 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 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.

If it is 65% or higher, please take the screenshot and submit your Feedback Form.

If it is below 65%, please go to Step 5.

STEP 5

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

‍STEP 6

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

STEP 7

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

STEP 8

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

Please wait for 5 minutes.

STEP 9

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

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

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Centralized Dish

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