
Astro 提供的免费卫星电视服务。终身收看娱乐,新闻,学习和资讯节目等。
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免费观看15多个电视频道和10+个广播频道。
* 需遵守Astro条款和条件。
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Astro 提供的免费卫星电视服务。终身收看娱乐,新闻,学习和资讯节目等。
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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。
Astro GO is a companion app that is complimentary for all Astro subscribers and allows up to 2 users to stream at the same time. 200 hours of cloud recording* come complimentary with your Pay TV subscription.
Astro GO+ is an add-on service that enables up to 4 users to stream Astro GO and/or Multiroom Smart TV** at the same time. The amount of cloud recording storage will also be increased to 1500 hours.

*Cloud recording hours are shared across your Astro Box, Astro GO and Multiroom Smart TV
** Provided that you have a Multiroom Smart TV subscription
Unfortunately, this means that you are using a TV model that does not support 4K UHD resolution (Sony BRAVIA 4K GB, Sony BRAVIA 4K UR or Sony BRAVIA VH). Not to worry, 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!
STEP 1
Switch off the power of your box and make sure that the adapter’s power light is off.
STEP 2
Unplug the HDMI cable from your TV and plug it back in securely to other available HDMI port.
STEP 3
Switch on the power for your box and make sure that the adapter’s power light is on.
Please wait for 5 minutes.
STEP 4
Turn on your box. Do select the correct TV input.
You should no longer be experiencing this problem.
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.
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.
Yes. You can make payment using your credit card via My Astro Portal:
- For One-time payment: All Master/Visa 3D secured debit/credit cards for one-time payment issued by banks in Malaysia
- For Auto-Debit: All Master/Visa/AMEX debit/credit cards issued by banks in Malaysia
Kindly note that not all Astro & Broadband Devices are required to be returned. After service termination of your Astro & Broadband service, we will call you via your registered mobile number within 3 days to schedule a pickup appointment with our Astro agent if your device needs to be returned.
If you were not contacted within 3 working days to return your devices, you are required to discard your old Astro & Broadband devices only at registered collection centres for proper handling and management of e-waste in an environmentally sound manner. Click here to find a registered collection centre near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) I missed the pickup appointment; what do I do now?
You can reschedule the pick-up appointment by calling our agent directly.
2) Can I reschedule my pickup date?
Yes! You can call our agent back directly to reschedule the pickup date and time.
3) Do I have to pack my device(s) before handing it over to the Astro agent?
Our Astro agent will dismantle the devices for you. However, if your devices are already dismantled, please pack them in their original box/packaging if possible. If this option is not available to you, just hand the device(s) over to the Astro agent without any packaging. You will not be charged any fees if the original packaging has been damaged/lost.
4) Do I have to print anything or fill in any forms before handing my device(s) over to the Astro agent?
No, you do not have to prepare any documents before handing your device(s) over to the Astro agent! All you have to do is get your device(s)ready before the Astro agent arrives to ensure a smooth handover process.
5) I have the Astro & Broadband router and modem to return, however, the cable(s) that come with them are damaged/lost; will there be any penalty fees?
No, please return your old Astro & Broadband modem and its power supply unit (PSU). There will be no penalty fees if the cable is damaged or lost.
Recycle via Registered Collection Centres
For all recycling-related questions, please click here.
Please contact Astro Customer Call Center via 03-95433838
No, Pay-Per-View is no longer available in CH200.
Astro invests billions of ringgits in content annually to keep Malaysians entertained and informed. Hence, we work alongside industry players, content partners and regulators in protecting intellectual property so that Astro can continue to produce and aggregate compelling content for our viewers.
We continue to educate and raise awareness among the public and businesses about the economic and social losses caused by content piracy. You can play your part in combating piracy by reporting potential copyright infringement of Astro content to the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) on the following channels:
Unfortunately, your Disney+ Hotstar access with Astro will be terminated as well.
The Download/Upload for each of the speed is as follow:
50Mbps/20Mbps
100Mbps/50Mbps
500Mbps/100Mbps
800Mbps/200Mbps
*Actual download/upload speeds is dependent on external factors, including but not limited to the distance between your devices and the WiFi router, network capacity and the number of connected users, the quality of your internal wiring, any obstructions of WiFi signals, the signal strength of wireless connection from your devices and if you are using a wireless connection.

You may proceed with the following troubleshooting steps and it shouldn't take you much longer than 15 min
1. Please standby a computer/laptop to access to the internet and connection must be via LAN cable (connect the LAN cable to the Yellow port at Tplink 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 tplinkwifi.net and to access to below login page. Type the Username and Password, then click "Login".

The default login of the router is available on the sticker at the back of the router. If you have done a configuration on your router previously, the password may be different.

For example, below is the login details of the above router:
Username: admin
Password: TIMECE24
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, choose Advanced and click the Wireless tab on the left menu. Then, select Wireless Settings from the sub menu. Below screen will appear for 2.4GHz selection.

i. Please ensure to tick Enable Wireless Radio function.

ii. To change the channel, click the drop-down arrow for Channel, then select your desired channel.
Choose between 1 to 13 (Suggested channels : 1,6,11). Then, click "Save" for the changes to take place.

iii. Click Save for the changes to take place. The router will auto reboot and connection will re-establish after few minutes.

iv. Next, select 5GHz to make changes on the wireless channel for 5GHz.

v. Click the drop-down arrow for Channel, then select your desired channel from the selection.

vi. Click Save for the changes to take place. The router will auto reboot and connection will re-establish after few minutes.

Disney+ Hotstar is available to Astro customers on the Disney+ Hotstar app on Android and iOS devices and website (DisneyPlusHotstar.my) which is accessible on tablets and connected TVs. Unfortunately, Disney+ Hotstar is not available on Astro GO. However, customers can enjoy it on the big screen via the Ultra or Ulti Box.
Astro is continuously improving our user interface and introducing new features to our platforms to ensure that your Astro experience is more seamless, efficient and user-friendly.
For details on our latest interface, Picture-in-Picture mode and auto-start interactive mode on Astro GO, please click here.
In addition, we have also recently introduced a new look to the Title Information Page, the ability to disable the Profile Selection Screen and adjustable auto-standby timing. For more information, please click here.
In general, these two bands can be differentiated with these parameters: Coverage, Channel Interference and Speed.
2.4GHz gives better coverage but lower speeds, while 5GHz provides faster internet but covers a smaller area.

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".

You may report the incident on WhatsApp at 03-95433838 by typing PNP and our dedicated agents will attend to your matter. Please have your Airway Bill tracking numbers ready for validation.
If a replacement box/Astro SIM card is deemed necessary, a new Plug &Play Box and a new Astro SIM card will be couriered to your service address.
electronic Know-Your-Customer (eKYC) is an online process of identifying and verifying individual customers using electronic means. This enables a person to be an Astro customer anytime and anywhere, hassle-free and helps to secure your Astro account by protecting it from unauthorised usage.
For information about the Disney+ Hotstar app functions and specifications, please visit help.hotstar.com or email disneyplus.my@hotstar.com.
We want to ensure that only the authorised account owner can have access to their Astro account. This activity ensures that only you can log in and access all the details tied to your Astro account.
You will require HD-PVR service in order to subscribe for a PVR. This service is included in all Starter Pack, Value Pack, Super Pack Lite, Super Pack and Super Pack Plus subscriptions.
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.
Currently, there are no rebates provided when you sign-up for the Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box.
For customers whose sign-up speed is 50Mbps, 100Mbps or 500Mbps, you will get to enjoy your upgraded speed of 100Mbps/500Mbps/800Mbps for 24 months.
No, you are not allowed to change your due date or maintain your old due date. Your current due date is as per Astro Policy. Therefore, to ensure that you continue to enjoy uninterrupted services, we advise you to observe this change in due date from Day 30 to Day 25 and proceed with the necessary payment.
You will be charged 8% Service Tax on Astro Pay TV services rendered on or after 1st March 2024, whereas your Astro Fibre including Mesh will remain at 6% Service Tax.
Unfortunately, only Astro Fibre customers who subscribe from 24 November 2023 to 31 May 2024 are eligible for this free speed upgrade. However, you may still get the speed boost by calling in to our Customer Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 and re-contracting with us. Kindly note that your account will restart with a new 24-month contract.
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).
Please follow the steps below to verify your Astro ID:

The default PIN is 0000. You may change your PIN to a secure one by doing this at Settings, under your Preferences, select PIN Management, enter your old PIN or default PIN and proceed to create a new PIN.

The speeds shown under “My Network Map†are the WiFi speeds of your connected devices based on factors such as signal strength, distance of devices from your router, obstructing objects etc. This function allows users to know the signal strengths achievable from every room in their house or any distance from their router, giving users accurate indication If additional mesh is needed or if the placement of their router requires adjustment.
However, the speeds shown under “My Devices†are the recent WiFi consumption of your connected devices, which allows you to monitor every user’s internet consumption in your household.
After order submission, the Plug & Play Box and Astro SIM card will be couriered separately to your service address. The delivery dates with the tracking numbers will be communicated via SMS.
The Plug & Play Box and Astro SIM card should arrive within 3-working days after your order submission. You may self-install your box by following the guide here.


The default login of the router is available on the sticker at the back of the router. If you have done a configuration on your router previously, the password may be different
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, choose Basic and then click Wireless tab on the left menu to access to below screen.

6. Since this is a dual band router, you will have 2 Wireless Network 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 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and the Password to follow your preferences, then click "Save" for the changes to take place.
Please reconnect to the new wireless name with the new password once completed.
You can track your ticket status by contacting us via WhatsApp or call us at 03-9543 3838.
Yes. Astro customers will soon be able to enjoy seamless access to Netflix on their connected Ultra and Ulti Boxes. Look out for more details then! Register your interest via https://astro.com.my/Netflix
STEP 1
On your remote, press the ... button and the Channel Guide page will be displayed on your screen.

STEP 2
Select the channel you would like to remove as favourite and press "OK".

STEP 3
Select "Remove from Favourite" and press "OK".

STEP 4
You are successfully removed the channel from favourite list when this screen appears.


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 in Maxis 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://192.168.1.254 and below page will appear.

If below box appear, please enter required details as below:

USERNAME: Administrator
PASSWORD: (ACCESS KEY AT THE RGW STICKER)
(These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different)
4. Once enter into the page ‘’TECHNICOLOR TG784N V3’’, you may follow below step for the wireless information.
i. Click "Configure”

ii. Once clicked configure button, below screen will appear.

A. This is your current password. Please delete and enter the new password.
B. Once completed the selection; click the "Apply" button. Router will auto reboot and connection re-establish after few minutes.
Please re-connect your wireless using the new password.
No, you can remain in your current pack, however starting 9 November 2021, you would need to subscribe to the new packages to make any changes to your subscription. We strongly encourage customers to switch to the new packs to enjoy the best content experience from Astro.
Astro & Broadband comes with 24-month contract commitment.
Astro is an official distributor of Disney+ Hotstar, the dedicated streaming home for global, and Malaysian hits. Astro customers can now subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar through the new, bigger and more diverse Packs, i.e.: Movies, Premium 1, Premium 3 or Platinum Pack. The streaming service brings together blockbuster movies from Hollywood to Hallyu and award-winning content from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, National Geographic, FX, 20th Centuary Studios and more including exclusive premieres from leading Malaysian studios. Take your family entertainment to the next level with Disney+ Originals like I am Groot, Prey, Baymax, Obi-Wan Kenobi, She-Hulk, IN THE SOOP: Friendcation and more - with the convenience of one monthly bill for all your entertainment needs.
Movies Pack, Premium 1, Premium 3 and Platinum customers as well as customers on the Starter Plus Pack, Value Plus Pack, and Disney+ Hotstar (3-months Pass) can enjoy Disney+ Hotstar on Astro.
Customers can subscribe to Disney+ Hotstar via astro.com.my/Disney, as well as via authorised retailers and dealers.
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 your feedback form with error details and attach a picture of your sim card number 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 Audio and press "OK".

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

Yes, customers will be charged 8% Service Tax on switching fee for any services rendered on or after 1st March 2024.
Your documents will be handled in compliance with standards set by PDPA (Personal Data Protection Act 2010) and will not be used for other means without your specific consent.
Astro customers can make payments via Auto-debit, WhatsApp,Astro Quick Pay and other authorised payment channels withoutsurcharge for the easiest and fastest way to pay their Astro bills.
Bill payments at selected petrolstations, convenience stores, retail/mobile shops, kiosks, and e-Wallets, may incur a surcharge of up to RM0.50 per transaction by the appointed collection agencies of RMS (Razer), ATX, MobilityOne and e-Pay.
The surcharge is imposed by third-party payment collection partners for services rendered.
You can refer to all our payment options below. Those marked with ‘*’ will be subject to a surcharge by appointed collection agencies.
A. HASSLE-FREE METHODS
Auto-Debit:
Click here for step-by-stepinstructions on how to activate auto-debit payment via My Astro Portal.
WhatsApp:
JomPAY:
Look for the JomPAY logo on your latest bill, log into your preferred online banking platform, and submit your payment details.
• Biller Code: 9639 (unique to Astro only)
• Ref-1: <10-digit Astro account number> (E.g. 08XXXXXXXX)
B. ASTRO SELF-SERVICE METHODS
Astro Quick Pay:
My Astro Portal:
Channel 200:
My Astro App:
C.BANKS
Maybank:
Visit maybank2u.com.my for more information.
Public Bank:
Visit pbebank.com for moreinformation.
Bank Simpanan Nasional:
Visit mybsn.com.my for more information.
Agrobank:
Visit agrobank.com.my for more information.
D. e-WALLETS
ATX*
Boost, GoPayz, KelantanPay, Zcity (GEM REWARD), SabahPay, Tapay, GoPay,MerchantTradeMoney, ToneGroup, Elinking, Mpay, Mcash, and other various smaller wallets.
e-Pay*
Touch n Go (TnG), Grab Pay, Shopee, BigPay, True Money
E. OTHER METHODS
Associated Retailers:
RMS (Razer/ MOL)*
7-Eleven, 99 Speedmart, Caring Pharmacy
ATX*
RedONE Shop, Mobile Money, Runcit Hero (telecommunication shops), Parcel Hub (courier shops), Kiosk, DHL
Mobility One*
Kedai D’mart, Happy Mart, Pasaraya Sakan, PusatKomuniti Desa (PKD), Aeon Big and various sundry shops
e-Pay*
Petrol stations (Petronas, Shell, BHP, Caltex, Petron), KK Mart, Mydin, MyNews, SenHeng, Hai-O, Giant, TF ValueMart, Billion, Big Pharmacy
4K UHD offers 4 times the resolution of HDTV (4K UHD has 3840x2160 resolution with 8 million pixels compared to HD which has 1920x1080 with 2 million pixels), sharper detail, smoother lines and a richer colour palette, as well as a vibrant colour TV experience.
Customers on Ultra Box with Sports Pack can tune in to the Astro SuperSport UHD Channel (CH 805 and CH 806) for an exciting selection of Sports content such as the Premier League and the Spanish Primera Liga.
Customers on Ultra Box with Movies Pack and News & Documentaries add-on can stream some of the latest movies and documentaries respectively in UHD by pressing the “Home” button on your remote and exploring your choices at no additional cost.
In addition, customers can rent additional movies on top of their subscription and stream the latest and hottest 4K UHD Blockbuster movies, drama series and local movies, blockbuster movies in Ultra HD via Astro First Channel 480, and Astro Best Channel 481 and VOD titles in “Store”.
Please note that a standard rent rate applies for all these titles, to learn more about the pricing, head over to the FAQ section at www.astro.com.my/ultra
For any technical issues, you may visit Astro's Help & Support page or contact Astro via WhatsApp at 03-9543 3838 by typing PNP.
STEP 1
Press "HOME" button on your remote control.

STEP 2
Navigate to Settings and press "OK".

STEP 3
Navigate to Digital Audio and press "OK".

STEP 4
Choose your preferred selection and press “OK”.

STEP 5
Select Yes, continue and press "OK" to confirm on the changes.
Otherwise, select No, go back to cancel.


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 in Maxis 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://192.168.1.254 and below page will appear.

If below box appear, please enter required details:
USERNAME: Administrator
PASSWORD: (ACCESS KEY AT THE RGW STICKER)
(These are the defaults, if you have done previous configuration on your router the password may be different)

4. Once enter into the page "'TECHNICOLOR TG784N V3'', you may follow below steps to get the best wireless channel information.

A. Select "Home Network".
B. Click "WLAN: SSID" to proceed to next screen.
C. In order to get the best wireless channel, click "Wireless Scan" to scan available surroundings wireless Channel.

D. Please choose channel with lesser number of usage.
Example in below case, you may choose channel 4.

5. To configure wireless channel, please proceed with below steps.

A. Select "Home Network".
B. Click "WLAN: SSID" to proceed to next screen.
C. Then, click "Configure" to change the channel selection (automatic to manual) and other configuration option.

D. Please ensure below items:

i. WLAN Enable: Tick
ii. Interface Enable: Tick
iii. Change the Channel Selection to Manual
iv. Change the wireless Channel based on Step 4(D).
v. Once completed the selection, click the "Apply" button.
Although anyone can create an Astro ID, only the Astro account owner is allowed to link their account to the Astro ID. Otherwise, you will need permission from the account's owner in order to complete the linking.