FAQs for Ulti Box

A) GETTING MY ULTI BOX

What is the Ulti Box?

The Ulti Box is Astro’s latest generation of Internet connectivity & HD enabled box with multi-phased
innovative services such as Cloud Recording, a fresh new interface with new features and a sleek
remote control.

Am I eligible for the Ulti Box?

You must subscribe to an Astro subscription (NJOI customers are not eligible) in order to get the Ulti
Box. The eligibility criteria for the Ulti Box are as follows:

New Customers
All new Astro customers with a Primary Pack subscription will receive the Ulti Box with a choice of
24/12/0-month box commitment.

Existing Customers (Box Upgrade for Primary or Multiroom)

Existing customers that want to upgrade to the Ulti Box are required to upgrade to our new Astro
packs and have an internet connection at home with a recommended internet speed of 10Mbps or
higher in order to upgrade your existing box to Ulti Box.
Note:
• Existing Ultra Box customers are not eligible for a swap to the Ulti Box.
• If your existing box is a PVR, you will lose access to all the recordings stored in the PVR

Multiroom (New subscription)

Customers subscribing for an additional Multiroom subscription will receive the Ulti Box as part of
the subscription. You will also required to upgrade to our new Astro packages to add a Multiroom.

How much is the Installation Fee for Ulti Box?

Ulti Box is exclusive to customers on the Primary Pack. The Installation Fee depends on your box
commitment. For example, 0 months box commitment is RM39 for an Ulti Plug & Play box.
Notes:
• Ulti Box installation is free when you add broadband for Primary Pack only.
• Monthly subscription fee does not include Government tax.
• The installation fees listed above applies for a standard installation of the Ulti Box in your home.
Additional charges may apply for non-standard installation.
• You may visit https://product.astro.com.my/box to find out more details about Astro Ultra
Box.

How much do I need to pay for Ulti Box as a broadband customer?

As a new broadband customer, you are entitled for Ulti Box free of charge if you subscribe to Astro &
Broadband bundle with Primary Pack only.

How do I sign up for the Ulti Box?

You may reach out to us by calling in to 03-7481 8000 or visit us at any of our customer service
centres.

Can I watch 4K UHD content on the Ulti Box?

No, the Ulti Box does not support 4K UHD content. If you would like to watch Astro’s 4K UHD
content, please sign up for an Ultra box at https://product.astro.com.my/box.

The installation fee for Ulti Box covers standard installation. What does that mean, and
what happens if I require non-standard installation?
Our standard installation will cover the Ulti Box, workmanship, and accessories required for the
installation of the Ulti Box which includes:
a. Labour
b. One Ulti Box and one ODU or LNB (if required)
c. Bare surface run cable with clips (includes 15m cable and F-connectors)
d. Transportation;
e. Basic connectivity to TV;
f. Activation of the Ulti Box;
g. Demonstration on operations of the Ulti Box and its features;
h. 6 months installation workmanship warranty.

Our installers will be able to advise you on the best installation options for your home under the
standard installation. If you require non-standard installation, additional cost of accessories is to be
borne by the customer.

Will there be any installation involved when I upgrade to the Ulti Box?
Yes, we will swap your current Astro Box to the Ulti Box and perform any necessary installation to
support it.

If you choose the Ulti Plug & Play Box, the box will be delivered to you by courier and there will be
no installation required. To plug your box and start playing, you can see more details here:
https://product.astro.com.my/getstarted/ultra-plug-and-play

Note: Customers currently on Ultra Box are not eligible for a swap to Ulti Box.

Does the new Ulti Box support Dolby Atmos?

Currently, Dolby Atmos audio is not available on Astro’s HD & SD broadcast. However, the Ulti Box is
Dolby Atmos audio enabled and we are working towards bringing this feature to you.
 What happens to all existing recordings on my Personal Video Recorder (PVR) when it is
replaced with the Connected HD Box? (Only applicable to customers who signed-up for
the Trial with PVR box)
All existing recordings on the PVR will no longer be accessible and new recordings will be stored via
Astro Cloud on the Connected HD Box.
B) CONNECTING MY ULTI BOX

What are the benefits of connecting my Ulti Box to home Wi-Fi?

We recommend connecting your Ulti Box to home Wi-Fi to enjoy the full features and functionalities
of the new box.

The main benefit of connecting your box are:

A. Discover more VOD content with over 65,000 videos for you to watch anytime.

B. Access to Astro Cloud Recording

All recordings are done via Astro Cloud recording service, which requires an Internet connection.

C. Play from Start

You missed the start of a show? Use the new Play from Start function, that allows you to restart
the show from the beginning by streaming it from the internet. You can also pause, rewind, and
forward up to the point where the show is currently showing.

D. Continuous Viewing
Bad weather? You satellite dish tilted because of the wind or animals? Don’t let it hold you back
anymore. With a Wi-Fi connection, you can watch your favourites live show uninterrupted.
How do I connect my Ulti Box to my home Wi-Fi?

What do I do if I have a weak Wi-Fi signal to my Ulti Box?

We recommend that you get a Wi-Fi repeater or Wi-Fi mesh to extend the Wi-Fi coverage in your
home. Please refer to the table below for a comparison between Wi-Fi repeater and Wi-Fi mesh
options.
I am unable to record my shows on the Ulti Box. What can I do?
The new Ulti Box uses Cloud Recording to record all programmes. To record your shows on the Ulti
Box, it must be connected to the internet. Please refer to here for a guide on connecting your Ulti Box
to Wi-Fi.

We recommend a home broadband speed of at least 10Mbps and above for optimal access to cloud
recording.

Will I be able to watch my live channels using Internet on the Ulti Box?
No, all TV channels viewed on the Ulti Box are broadcasted via satellite. The Internet connection will
give you access to On Demand content, Cloud recordings, Play from Start and enhanced search
function features.
C) ALL ABOUT THE NEW INTERFACE

Tell me more about the new interface

The new interface offers an enhanced viewing experience with a brand-new look and feel with features
such as:
✓ New Home Screen - Everything you see is yours
✓ Discover Video on Demand (VOD) - Discover up to 65,000 videos, stream anytime, anywhere
✓ Search - Search your favourite show or video faster and easier
✓ Play from Start - Missed the start of the show? Just restart
✓ Stop Here, Continue There - Stop on one screen and continue on another device
✓ Multi-Screen - Stream seamlessly across any device
✓ Cloud Recording - Record all the programmes you want at the same time

The first screen you will see is our new Home screen. We highly recommend you connect your Ulti
Box to your home Wi-Fi to enjoy the full features of the new user interface.

Once the Ulti box is connected to home Wi-Fi, you will get additional features and functionalities and
have access to On Demand shows organized according to our new tabs:
 What are the different tabs on the “Home” Screen?

You will find shows organized under these tabs to ease discovery and access:

a. Home – Your subscription at a glance. Use the arrow keys on the remote to navigate.
b. Catch Up – Watch the latest episodes of the current season.
c. Boxsets – Binge-watch past seasons of your favourite programme.
d. Movies – Bringing the big screen home, from Hollywood blockbusters to local and international
films.
e. Kids – Find fun and educational shows for your kids.
f. Store – A selection of new programmes and movies for you to rent, including blockbusters
from Astro First and Astro Best.
g. Sports – Check out a wide range of sports coverage, including matches, replays and highlights.
h. My Library – All your recordings, Pay-Per-View programmes, and scheduled future recordings
are found here.
i. Search – Find programmes by the title, actors, directors, channel name or channel number.
j. Settings – Customise settings for your Astro experience.

Tell me more about the groups of shows on my Home Screen

a) Featured – Latest trending programmes for your enjoyment

b) Favorite Channels – TV channels you have selected as Favourites
c) Last Channel Watched – Previously watched channels
d) Now On TV – What you can watch right now
e) TV For You – Recommended programmes you will love
f) Channel Guide – Your sneak peek into the next 7 days of programmes
g) Live Events – Watch special events as they happen
h) Your Watchlist – Video On Demand (VOD) programmes you have added to your watchlist
i) Continue Watching – Resume your VOD where you left off
j) Rentals – Stores your rented Pay-Per-View programs
k) On Demand For You –VOD programmes recommended just for you
l) On Demand Last Chance – VOD programmes expiring in the next 48 hours

How do I access my preferred TV channels? (E.g. Ch 501 for Astro Awani)

Your favourite channels now appear on the Home Screen, under “Channel Guide”. You can also key
in your preferred channel number to go straight to your channel (e.g. “411” for HBO HD channel) or
just press the channel ‘Up’ and ‘Down’ button on your remote.

Where are my On Demand shows located now?

Your On Demand shows are now organized into the following tabs: “Catch Up”, “Boxsets”,
“Movies”, “Kids” and “Sports”.

Will I be charged for the shows that I watch on the new interface?
There’s no additional charges as all shows are included according to your subscription package.
Chargeable shows are only found under “Store”, where you will be able to rent the latest blockbusters
on Astro First, Astro Best, or other paid shows from our extensive On Demand library.
 How do I search for a show?

To search for a show, follow these steps:

Note: To search for Mandarin/Tamil shows, please use the English title of the show (for example, ‘A
Million Dollar Dream’) or search by the name of the actor, actress, or director (for example He Ying
Ying for ‘A Million Dollar Dream’)

How do I add/remove a show from “My Watchlist”?

To add/remove a show please refer to steps below:

 What is Play from Start and how do I use it?

You missed the start of your show? Just restart from the beginning. To restart your show, press ‘OK’ on
your remote and select ‘Play from Start’.

Please note that you will not be able to record using Play from Start. If you would like to record a show
from the beginning:
• Press the ‘…’ button (Guide) on your remote to access the channel guide, search for your show
and press ‘OK’ and select ‘Record’.
• Alternatively, search for the show by pressing the , and watch it on demand if it is in our
library.

Play from Start is not available for Astro Best and Astro First channels

Can I pause a Live TV show?

You cannot pause a Live TV show transmitted directly via satellite. However, you can use the Play from
Start function to watch the show using your internet connection. This will enable you to pause,
rewind, or fast forward up to the point where Live TV is showing.
 What are the differences in “My Library” in the new interface compared to the existing
Astro interface?

If you are upgrading to the Ulti Box from an existing Astro box, you will find a change in the layout of
your recorded programs, as well as some additional functions, as detailed below:

Existing New
Interface interface
Access to On Demand downloads Yes No
Access to recorded shows Yes Yes
New display of booked recordings No Yes
Multi-view display of title by single episode and full season No Yes

Recordings are now organized by individual episodes or seasons/series to help you access your
recordings more easily:

Will I still be able to download On Demand videos and watch it later from “My Library”?

On Demand content is now streamed from the Internet with picture quality based on your Internet
speed. Download feature is not available, and we will update you when this function becomes
available in the future.
 Where are the programs in the existing interface located in the new interface?

Please see table below to find where your favourite programs on the old interface are located in the
New Interface:
Existing Interface New Interface
Now in Catch Up, Boxsets, Movies, Kids and Sports, according to the
Top Free Picks category of the show
Channels Now in Home > Channel Guide
Continue Watching Now in Home > Continue Watching
Astro First and Best Now in Store
Now in Catch Up, Boxsets, Movies, Kids and Sports, according to the
TV Shows For You category of the show
All free movies according to your subscription will be found in
Movies
Movies For You All chargeable movies are found in Store
Now in Catch Up, Boxsets and Movies, according to the category of
K-entertainment the show
Hot Deals Now in Store
Sports Now in Sports
Watchlist Now in Home > Watchlist

What is the difference in ratings classification in the New Interface?

We have added a new category of P-21 for certain shows. Please see the table below for the difference
before and after the New Interface:

Please note that for shows rated P-21, you are required to key in your pin code to view the show.
The default PIN code is 0000.

Why can’t I find some of the older episodes On Demand?

Due to content rights, not all episodes of shows are available on Astro permanently. Please be assured
that we are doing our best to secure rights for full seasons of these shows. Meanwhile, explore
other great shows on our new tabs: Catch Up, Boxset, Movies, Kids, Sports and Store.

Why can’t I find certain shows with “Search”?

When using the Search engine, do include numerals and symbols (i.e. S.W.A.T. not SWAT). You may
also search using the names of actors or directors as an alternative in searching for a show.

I don’t have the Ulti Box but would like to experience the new user interface. What are
my options?
Please upgrade to our latest Ulti Box or Ultra Box to enjoy the new user interface and cloud
recording feature.

Alternatively, you can also enjoy the new user interface by updating/downloading the Astro GO app
 and linking it to your Astro account. For more details, please visit here.

D) UNDERSTANDING MY NEW REMOTE CONTROL

What are the functions of the new remote control that comes with the Ulti Box?
Below are the list of functionalities of the new remote for the New Box:

Tip:
• Your favourite channels will appear on the “Home” page or you can click the “Back” button on
your remote and key in your preferred channel number e.g. “411” for HBO HD channel. While
watching an On Demand show, you can return to watching TV channels by keying in the
channel number.
• Pressing the “Record” button triggers a recording of the channel that you are currently
watching. Pressing it again will cancel the recording.
• To book future recordings, you may Press the “TV Guide” button to launch the Channel Guide,
scroll to your desired programme, press “Ok” on your remote, then select “Record”.
• While you are watching an on demand or recorded programme, you may use the fast forward
or rewind buttons on your remote to initiate forward, rewind, pause or play.
E) ALL ABOUT ASTRO CLOUD

What is Astro Cloud?

Astro Cloud is a new way of recording your favourite shows. Your recordings will be stored on Astro’s
cloud servers, allowing you to record all the programmes you want at the same time from your TV or
Astro GO simultaneously.

You can also perform multiple recordings, and schedule multiple recordings before the show airs.
Finally, watch your recordings anytime, on TV or your Astro GO app.

Do I get Astro Cloud?

All Astro customers are entitled to 200 hours of free cloud recording storage, shared across your devices.
Astro Cloud is currently available through Astro GO, Ultra Box and Ulti Box.

If you would like to upgrade your Cloud storage, please call 03 7481 8000.
How to Record with Astro Cloud?
How do I find my recordings?

What is my cloud storage amount?

All Astro customers are entitled to a complimentary of 200 hours of HD recording, which you can
access via the new Ulti Box, Ultra Box or the Astro GO app.
You may also upgrade to 400 hours of cloud recording for RM12/month or 1,500 hours for
RM15/month, whichever suits your recording need.

How do I check my remaining Astro Cloud storage space?

To check your remaining Cloud storage space, press ‘Home’ and select ‘Settings’. Scroll down to ‘Box
and Storage Management’ and select ‘Manage Storage’ to see your remaining storage.

Alternatively, you can also check your remaining storage space by accessing ‘My Library’ and
selecting ‘See All’ on either ‘Single Recordings’ or ‘Series Recordings’. Here you will see your
remaining storage space on the top right of the screen.

What happens when I have used up my Astro Cloud storage space?

As you approach the storage limit of your Astro Cloud, you will receive reminders to delete
recordings, or upgrade your Astro Cloud storage space.
To delete recordings, please go to “My Library” to select and delete past recordings.
If you choose not to delete recordings, the oldest recordings will be deleted automatically to make
space for new recordings.
I need more Cloud storage; how do I upgrade my storage?
To upgrade your storage space, visit selfservice.astro.com.my, and login with your Astro ID. Then,
click the UPGRADE button under “CLOUD STORAGE”

Alternatively, you may call us at 03 7481 8000.

The current upgrade options are as below and is be shared across all your household devices (Ulti
Box, Ultra Box and mobile devices with Astro GO).

Will I be able to enjoy Astro Cloud without the new Ulti Box?
Yes. For non-Ulti Box customers, you can enjoy Astro Cloud via the Ultra Box or Astro GO app. To
download Astro GO, please click the link for iOS or Android. After downloading the app, link your
Astro account and you are set to begin.

Why am I unable to record some of my programmes on Astro Cloud?

To give you the best viewing experience, Cloud Recording is configured to record on HD channels
only. For example, to record a show on Astro Ria, you will need to record on Channel 104 (Astro Ria
HD) instead of Channel 123 (Astro Ria). Please note that due to limitation of content rights, some
channels cannot be recorded, while some recordings will only be valid for a limited time.
 How will I know when is the expiry date for the programme I have recorded on Astro
Cloud?
Under “My Library”, the expiry date for each programme will be displayed on the programme poster
30 days prior to the actual expiry date.

What will happen to my recordings if my account is suspended?

If your Astro account is suspended, you will not be able to schedule new recordings, nor watch
recorded shows on “My Library”. However, we will still record all scheduled recordings before your
account was suspended. When you have reactivated your account, all recording services will be
resumed.

*Suspend includes voluntary suspension of any decoder in a multi-decoder household, voluntary

suspension of single subscription decoder and non-pay suspension

What will happen to my recordings if I downgrade my Cloud Recording hours?

If you choose to downgrade your Cloud Recording storage, some of your recordings will be
automatically deleted if you exceed the number of hours in the new plan. For example, downgrading
from 1,500 hours to 200 hours Cloud Recording will result in the automatic deletion of all excess
recordings above 200 hours, from oldest to newest.

We would advise you to please select and delete your unwanted recordings first before downgrading
to avoid this automatic deletion of excess recordings.

F) GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ULTI BOX (Non Broadband / Non IPTV)

Is there a contract period for the Ulti Box?

There is a selection of 24/12/0-months contract for Primary Pack customers. Please refer to the full
box commitment and pricing below:
Note:

i) Upon termination of the subscription, the customer is required to return the Ulti Box to Astro
within 14 days through one of Astro’s Customer Service Centres or by calling in to 03-9543 3838
to arrange for a box collection (retrieval). The cost of such retrieval shall be payable directly to
the Astro’s representative appointed to perform such retrieval.

Who owns the Ulti Box?

The ownership of the Ulti Box remains with Astro at all times, and upon any cancellation of Astro
subscription with an Ulti Box, the customer is required to return the Ulti Box to Astro within 14 days
at any of Astro’s Customer Service Centres or you may call 03-9543 3838 to arrange for a box
collection request.

How long is the warranty period for the Ulti Box & its related equipment/accessories?
The setup fee that you pay for the installation of the Ulti Box at your home comes with the following
warranties:
i) 6 months warranty for faulty box replacement and after sales service.
ii) 1 year warranty for equipment and accessories provided under standard installation.

Do I have to maintain a minimum subscription package in order to use the Ulti Box?
No, customers can continue to use the Ulti Box on any Astro package but this will be the default box
for the new Primary Package.

Why can’t I view some channels that are part of my subscription?

You’re probably trying to view a SD version of the channel. Please switch to the HD version of the
channel for the best viewing experience on Ulti Box.