Yes, you can purchase Astro First and Astro Best content by using the app and web. Refer below for the steps to purchase movies via this app and web. Thereafter, you can watch them on Astro Go.

No, the Service Tax is a tax payable entirely to the Government. Astro acts as a collection agent for the Government.
 

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.

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 General Diagnostics and press "OK".

STEP 5  

Details information of General Diagnostics screen will be displayed.

STEP 6    

Press down arrow on your remote to get more information.

The different light colours on your Astro Ultra Box or Ulti Box informs you on the phase the box is going through.

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1. Ultra Box magenta light / Ulti Box purple light - Your box is turned "On". ‍

Press the Home button to launch Video On Demand and stream anytime or press channel number on your remote.

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2. Ultra Box / Ulti Box orange light - Your box is on "Standby" mode.

Your box is ready to be turned "On" or leave it in this mode to receive new software updates.

3. Ultra Box / Ulti Box blinking orange light - Your box is booting up.

Please wait a few minutes for the box to start.

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4. Ultra Box / Ulti box blinking blue light - Your box is downloading a software update.

Please wait a few minutes for the download to complete.

Yes, starting 9 November 2021, these new packs will be Astro's default offering.

STEP 1

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

STEP 2

Locate the SIM card at the left side and gently pull it out.

STEP 3

Wipe the SIM card's gold chip clean using a dry soft cloth.

STEP 4

Make sure the gold chip is facing down 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 on our Feedback Form with the error details and provide sim card number for assistance.

The new packs and access to Netflix on the Ultra Box and Ulti Box is available for Astro IPTV customers.

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 call Astro's Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 or wait for an Astro representative to be in contact with you within 2 working days to assist you with your order.

Currently, there are no rebates provided when you sign-up for the Ultra/Ulti Plug & Play Box.

No, Astro Fibre is only available for a 24-month contract period upon sign-up.

For technical visit, the current fees will remain unchanged i.e.: 8% Service Tax absorbed by Astro. As for installation fees, current fees will remain unchanged i.e.: 6% Service Tax has already been included in installation fees, as 2% will be absorbed by Astro.
 

Yes, all existing Astro & Broadband customers within contract or out of contract can subscribe to Astro & Broadband offerings. The 24 months contract will be renewed upon signing up for the new packs.

No, you will not be able to manage your account with the Astro Fibre App. However, you may download the “MyAstro” app on your mobile device now to manage your Astro account in a fast and easy way.

1. Ensure power cable  is connected tightly.

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.

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.

Want to return or recycle your satellite TV devices? It's simple and free!

Here's what you can do with your unused satellite TV devices:

If you have an Ultra or Ulti Box, you may:

1. Return your device to us via Arranged Pick-up:

Step 1: Please call Astro's Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 to schedule an arranged pick-up by one of our Astro agents.

Step 2: Just sit back and relax! Our courier partner, Citylink will come to your doorstep, dismantle the satellite dish for you and retrieve the devices.

 2. Return your device to us via Dropoff:

Step 1: Please gather your device(s) and click here to find a Customer Service Centre (CSC) or Astro Authorised Retailer (AAR) near you.

Step 2: Don't worry, it's free! Simply walk in during opening hours and hand over the device(s) to one of our Astro agents.

Note: An installer's visit is required to dismantle your satellite dish. However, if you have a Box or other satellite TV devices at home that do not require dismantling, you may walk into any of our authorised dealers and hand them over to the agent.

If your Satellite TV device is NOT an Ultra or Ulti Box, you may:

1)   Recycle your device:

For all Ultra or Ulti Boxes, please return them to Astro via drop-off at a CSC or AAR near you or schedule a pick-up appointment via 03-9543 3838.

For other older Boxes or Satellite TV devices, you are required to discard them 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.

Note: Upon termination of your Astro service, all Ultra and Ulti Box customers are required to return their devices to Astro. Failure to do so within 14 days of termination may incur a fee of RM100 (not inclusive of Govt. Tax). For customers on all other boxes, please discard your box only at registered collection centres to ensure we all play our part in protecting the environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Arranged Pick-Ups

1) I missed the pickup appointment; what do I do now?

Our agent will make two attempts to retrieve the device(s) and dismantle your satellite dish within a period of 14 days, failing which the penalty of RM100 (not inclusive of Govt. tax) would be imposed.

2) Can I reschedule my pickup date?

Yes! Please call Astro's Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 to reschedule your pickup date.

3) My old devices do not require dismantling; do I have to pack them before handing them over to the delivery agent?

Please pack your device(s) in their original box/packaging if possible. If this option is not available to you, just hand the device(s) over to the delivery 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 an old/unused satellite dish at my home and I am not an Astro customer; can I still schedule an installer visit to dismantle and return it?  

Yes! Not to worry, you can still schedule an installer visit to dismantle the satellite dish from your home.

Drop-offs

1) Do I have to pack my device(s) before handing it over to the Astro agent?

Please pack your device(s) 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.

2) There are no Customer Service Centre (CSCs) or Astro Authorised Retailers (AARs) near me; what do I do now?

Please opt for courier pick-up if there are no CSCs or AARs near you. Call 03-9543 3838 now to schedule a pick-up appointment by one of our courier partners if you are holding an Ultra or Ulti Box For non-Ultra or Ulti boxes, you may recycle your box at a registered collection center. Click here to find a registered collection center near you.

3) 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 hand the device(s)over to the agent and you're done! You will also receive an acknowledgment slip after successful handover.

4) I found my Box and Smart card, however, the cable(s) that came with it is lost; will there be any penalty fees?

No, please return your old Plug & Play Boxes and Smartcard. 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.

Still Need a Hand?

Not to worry, we are only a phone call or a message away! Call or WhatsApp our Customer Contact Centre at 03-9543 3838 and an Astro agent will be available to assist you immediately.

Yes,existing Astro & Broadband customers within contract or out of contract can subscribe to Astro Fibre offer. The 24-month contract will be renewed.

However, your contract with Maxis/Allo needs to be terminated before signing up to this offer. An early cancellation fee applies if you are still within contract.

‍*Subject to Terms &Conditions of your contract

The matches will be available on the channels Astro Arena Bola (CH803) and Astro Arena Bola 2 (CH804), On Demand and Astro GO.

Connect your PVR to Wi-Fi and enjoy access to our library of Video On Demand. Replay old seasons, catch-up latest episodes of your favourite shows, anytime you want. To connect your PVR, follow the steps below depending on your box type:

(a) Wi-Fi Enabled PVR (DMT5)

·      Press the “Home” button and select “Settings” > “Network” > “Wi-Fi”

·      Allow the PVR to scan Wi-Fi networks available and subsequently choose your home Wi-Fi network > Enter your Wi-Fi password if required

·      Once connected, the icon below will appear on the screen.

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      Tip: Use the alpha-numeric keyboard on your Astro Remote to key in your password

·      Press the “Home” button and select “On Demand” to start watching videos on demand!

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(b) Non-Wi-Fi Enabled PVR (HD PVR)

There are two ways to connect your HD PVR decoder to your home Wi-Fi
(i) Using the Ethernet (LAN) cable 
 

·       Plug in the LAN cable from your modem into the PVR network port

·       Once connected, the icon below will appear on the screen

·       Press the “Home” button and select “On Demand” to start watching videos on demand!

(ii) Using an Astro Wi-Fi dongle as per shown below

Step 1 - Plugin the Wi-Fi dongle into the front USB part of your PVR decoder.

Step 2 - A prompt will appear stating "Do you wish to connect to a wireless network?", select "Yes, continue."

Step 3 - Once connected, the Wi-Fi icon will appear on the screen. Now you are ready to download and enjoy Astro's on demand entertainment.

Step 4 - Press the “Home” button and select “On Demand” to start watching videos on demand!

*The Wi-Fi dongle is only applicable for the non-Wi-Fi enabled PVR (as per the picture).

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.

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.

Please ensure that you have subscribed to PVR recording service.

If you're subscribed to PVR recording service, follow below steps.

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Let's  check your hard disk connectivity.

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

From the General tab, take a look at the HDD Status.

If status is "Connected", press red button to reboot you decoder.

Wait until the box is on, then try to record any program.

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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.

If status is "Disconnected", please submit your Feedback Form and attach a picture of your General tab of the STB Diagnostics for assistance.

Please follow the steps below to verify your Astro ID:

 

You have exceeded the maximum number of registered devices allowed. To manage devices on Astro GO, go to Settings > Registered Devices to view / remove devices from the list of registered devices to your account.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.
 

STEP 1

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

STEP 2A

Unplug the HDMI cable from your box and plug it back in securely. Do select the correct TV input.

STEP 2B

If you are connecting using RCA cable, please unplug the RCA cable from your box and plug it back in securely.

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. You should no longer be experiencing this problem. If issue remain, replace to another HDMI  cable.        

If no improvement seen, please submit the issue in our Feedback Form and attach a picture of your smart card number for assistance.

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.

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.

We try to make as many movies and TV shows available for download. However, for some titles, while we may have the rights to offer them via streaming, we may not be able to offer them for download.

The Download function offers an alternative to streaming so that you can watch TV shows and movies offline anywhere.

You can start downloading a movie/TV show by clicking on the "Download” button. Kindly note that you can only download one title at the time. Other titles will be in queue and will start downloading automatically as soon as the first download is complete.

Once you have downloaded a title, the progress icon will show “Complete” and you may find your downloaded content by checking “My Library” > “Downloads”.

*To save on data usage, we recommend downloading via Wi-Fi.

Downloaded content retention periods vary according to the type of content.

1. Each movie – minimum 2 Days
2. Each TV series episode - minimum 7 Days

The number of days left for you to view your content in offline mode is shown for each piece of downloaded content for your reference. Expired content will be automatically deleted from the app, freeing up your device storage.

Not all shows/channels will be available on the Plug & Play Box as this depends on contractual rights with specific guidelines on the entitlement of these shows/channels and what you have as a part of your subscription.

• Customers subscribing to Plug & Play Box with or without Astro Broadband will not have access to 1 (one) Channel - NHK World

Please be assured that we are continuously working hard to make more content available on the Plug & Play Box.

If you prefer to have all these channels, we recommend that you choose the Satellite dish option for the Ultra or Ulti Box.

Unavailable channels are as below:

STEP 1

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

STEP 2

Locate the SIM card at the left side and gently pull it out.

STEP 3

Wipe the SIM card's gold chip clean using a dry soft cloth.

STEP 4

Make sure the gold chip is facing down 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 on our Feedback Form with the error details and provide sim card number for assistance.

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.

Step 1:

Type ASTRO EBILL <Your 10-Digit Smart Card Number> <Your Email Address> 

Example: ASTRO EBILL 0156123412 abcdabcd@gmail.com

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Step 2:

Send SMS to 66688

Note: This request must be sent from account holder’s mobile/primary number 

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*Standard telco charges and Terms & Conditions apply

We wish to advise you to make your payment before the following month's bill is generated in order to avoid interruption in your viewing experience. Please note that to reconnect your subscription, there will be a charge of up to RM20 (excl. gov tax) upon reconnection, except for Commercial & Hotel customers.

Find out more about the reconnection fee here.

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

You may verify if your speed plan has been successfully upgraded during the installation process with your Astro installer before sign-off. If you would like to confirm the status of your speed upgrade after installation, you may contact Astro’s Contact Centre at 03-9543 1543 and an Astro agent will be available to assist you immediately.  

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.

-The Mesh unit can only be used indoors. It can be mounted onto a wall or be placed horizontally on a desktop. Do not install it in other mode, such as on the ceiling.

-Keep a clearance of at least 10 cm around the device to ensure proper ventilation.

-Keep the device away from electrical appliances that generate strong magnetic or electric fields, such as microwave ovens.

Create your Astro ID anytime by following these simple steps: 

• Step 1: Fill in your details at astro.com.my/astroID
  
  

Please check if you are streaming on a supported device. Astro GO is only applicable within the supported platforms; mobile devices (phones and tablets) and web browsers.

If you are still having issues, proceed to submit report via WhatsApp or Feedback Form.

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.

Yes, you can switch to Astro Fibre and all the devices provisioned will be maintained (Fibre modem & WiFi router) with the new Astro Fibre subscription. However, your Astro TV package will be removed/terminated.

An early cancellation fee will be applied if you are still within the 24-month contract. Please refer to the Astro Fibre's cancellation details.

Yes, any active Astro subscriber with a minimum primary subscription fee of RM100 can subscribe to a Multiroom (Astro Box) at a price of RM49.99 monthly with the box setup (subscription price is subject to Govt Tax).

There will be no changes to your account. However, by paying 5 days earlier, your transactions will be processed in a timely manner and to allow you to enjoy uninterrupted viewing before the next bill is generated for the following month.

Yes, the current service tax law does not exempt services provided to customers residing in Labuan, Langkawi, and Tioman.