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 Astro Version 13A, All about Astro Malaysia offerings

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joshhd
post Nov 20 2022, 11:59 PM

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QUOTE(enriquelee @ Nov 20 2022, 02:41 PM)
Same problem re-occur now. Really can't tolerate anymore as I might miss worldcup matches.

Last question before I upgrade to ultra box. If I switch to using Internet rather than dish, is the buffering issue a very common problem? The buffer is taking long time or at a tolerable time?
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It will happens occasionally. And when it does, the buffering icon and/or buffering usually would appear on-screen for 1-2 seconds.
Whether would you see this as a major annoyance or not, I'll leave it to you to decide.
Since this happens "once in a blue moon", therefore I don't see Astro is taking this matter very seriously, and rather put the blame on your WiFi or Internet connection instead.
QUOTE(abangcosta @ Nov 20 2022, 05:14 PM)
Hi, need help. During registered with Astro (Sports Pack), I opted with Ultra Box Plug & Play one. So recently I moved to my new home, due to internet coverage quite slow at my new home area, I asked Astro technician to install a satellite dish here. But the problem now, after setup completed using satellite, dcss etc., the basic channel such as Ria, Prima, Awani, Axn, Arena somehow cannot be accessed. The error on the screen shows Subscription Required. For tv1, tv2, tv3, supersports, spotv somehow no problem. I already contacted with Astro Customer Service plenty times, but they always came up with the same solutions, refresh account, clear nvram..plus already once sent a technician to come to my house to check, but still, problems not solved. Any otai here know how to solve my Ultra Box problem? Thanks and sorry for my long essay lol.
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Hmm... My Astro account is under Satellite, and I can interchange the box operating mode between Satellite and Plug & Play by performing Restore Factory Settings and still able to access to all my subscribed channels.

Since you opted for Ultra Box Plug & Play upon sign up, it means your Astro account is tagged under Plug & Play in their system.
Yes, you can Restore Factory Settings and change it to Satellite mode anytime you want, but still, in their system, your Astro box/account is tagged under Plug & Play.
Due to this, I'm not sure would this be the cause of you experiencing "Subscription Required" message on certain basic channels as you mentioned earlier whenever your box is on Satellite mode, which in their system, you aren't supposed to.

already once sent a technician to come to my house to check, but still, problems not solved.
Can share to us, what did the technician did when he came to your house? Replace new box? What else? Did he charge you?

If I'm not mistaken, there would be a 3 or 6 months installation warranty.
So if the same issue persists within the warranty period, I suggest you don't give up and keep chasing the customer service about this.
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post Nov 21 2022, 12:23 AM

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I don't get HDR on Astro channels showing the World Cup. Tried 2 TVs (both support HDR10, HLG & DV).

Channel 805 has Atmos but none has HDR.

Anyone has HDR?
joshhd
post Nov 21 2022, 01:34 AM

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QUOTE(NewB-MX @ Nov 21 2022, 12:23 AM)
I don't get HDR on Astro channels showing the World Cup. Tried 2 TVs (both support HDR10, HLG & DV).

Channel 805 has Atmos but none has HDR.

Anyone has HDR?
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Report this to the customer service. I'm curious to see what they would say. doh.gif
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post Nov 21 2022, 01:56 AM

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QUOTE(NewB-MX @ Nov 21 2022, 12:23 AM)
I don't get HDR on Astro channels showing the World Cup. Tried 2 TVs (both support HDR10, HLG & DV).

Channel 805 has Atmos but none has HDR.

Anyone has HDR?
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Yeah.. no HDR (HLG) for me also.

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post Nov 21 2022, 02:49 AM

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QUOTE(vickno @ Nov 21 2022, 01:56 AM)
Yeah.. no HDR (HLG) for me also.
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Tx. At least can confirm it's not just me
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post Nov 21 2022, 02:53 AM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Nov 21 2022, 01:34 AM)
Report this to the customer service. I'm curious to see what they would say.  doh.gif
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Just discovered seems like the CS on WhatsApp is manned by a bot only; no option to chat with a live agent (typing "agent" led to "invalid option").

So I've emailed wecare@astro.com.my

I suspect they may say HDR is only from a later stage of the tournament?
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post Nov 21 2022, 08:17 AM

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QUOTE(NewB-MX @ Nov 21 2022, 12:23 AM)
I don't get HDR on Astro channels showing the World Cup. Tried 2 TVs (both support HDR10, HLG & DV).

Channel 805 has Atmos but none has HDR.

Anyone has HDR?
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BTW, how was the Atmos mix? Was it good or nothing much?
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post Nov 21 2022, 09:27 AM

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QUOTE(NewB-MX @ Nov 21 2022, 12:23 AM)
I don't get HDR on Astro channels showing the World Cup. Tried 2 TVs (both support HDR10, HLG & DV).

Channel 805 has Atmos but none has HDR.

Anyone has HDR?
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I hv mentioned several times asteruk has NO HDR ,only unifi 4k has HDR function enabled. Using asteruk HDR function is not enabled on Tv.When HD is not HD,UHD is Not UHD, it all happens on astro!! bangwall.gif I see real 4k/HD on unifitv but not asteruk,somehow something is missing!
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post Nov 21 2022, 10:00 AM

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didn't last time got user here said F1 4K UHD channel on Astro got HDR... I'm still unable to see the UHD channel running in HDR mode via Sony X90H TV
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post Nov 21 2022, 10:07 AM

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QUOTE(NewB-MX @ Nov 21 2022, 02:53 AM)
Just discovered seems like the CS on WhatsApp is manned by a bot only; no option to chat with a live agent (typing "agent" led to "invalid option").

So I've emailed wecare@astro.com.my

I suspect they may say HDR is only from a later stage of the tournament?
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QUOTE(smileguy @ Nov 21 2022, 09:27 AM)
I hv mentioned several times asteruk has NO HDR ,only unifi 4k has HDR function enabled. Using asteruk HDR function is not enabled on Tv.When HD is not HD,UHD is Not UHD, it all happens on astro!!  bangwall.gif I see real 4k/HD on unifitv but not asteruk,somehow something is missing!
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QUOTE(-oc-gassa @ Nov 21 2022, 10:00 AM)
didn't last time got user here said F1 4K UHD channel on Astro got HDR... I'm still unable to see the UHD channel running in HDR mode via Sony X90H TV
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Read this:
https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...ost&p=105826967
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post Nov 21 2022, 02:55 PM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Nov 20 2022, 11:59 PM)
It will happens occasionally. And when it does, the buffering icon and/or buffering usually would appear on-screen for 1-2 seconds.
Whether would you see this as a major annoyance or not, I'll leave it to you to decide.
Since this happens "once in a blue moon", therefore I don't see Astro is taking this matter very seriously, and rather put the blame on your WiFi or Internet connection instead.
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Thank you for the feed back. From the way you described, it is tolerable for me.
Will opt for the ultrabox with internet broadcast.
And maybe is time to upgrade my tv too tongue.gif
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post Nov 21 2022, 03:19 PM

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Can i change from PVR to ultibox without changing my package?

Got any lobang??
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post Nov 21 2022, 04:36 PM

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QUOTE(hafiez @ Nov 21 2022, 03:19 PM)
Can i change from PVR to ultibox without changing my package?

Got any lobang??
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According to their CS, you can.
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post Nov 21 2022, 04:57 PM

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QUOTE(enriquelee @ Nov 21 2022, 04:36 PM)
According to their CS, you can.
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their CS ask me to change the package to the newer one. The thing is, when alter the pkg, the AOTG will be revised to two screens instead of 4.
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post Nov 21 2022, 05:14 PM

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QUOTE(hafiez @ Nov 21 2022, 04:57 PM)
their CS ask me to change the package to the newer one. The thing is, when alter the pkg, the AOTG will be revised to two screens instead of 4.
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When I ask them can I upgrade to ultra box and remain as my old package (Super Pack Plus 3), they replied me ok.
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post Nov 21 2022, 05:18 PM

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QUOTE(hafiez @ Nov 21 2022, 03:19 PM)
Can i change from PVR to ultibox without changing my package?

Got any lobang??
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Simple. Just tell them "My Astro PVR box rosak ady, I want it to be changed... Switch to new packs? Not interested. "
How rosak? You pandai-pandai lah make story.

Then they'll send a technician to your house, and replace to Ulti Box for you. (Because Astro no longer supply PVR box model for any box replacements cases)
And the T&C is, choose either 12 months contract or pay RM65 technical service fee directly to the installer.
12 months contract means, make sure don't let your Astro account becomes suspended due to late payment, or else the RM65 service fee will clawback into your Astro bill.
That's pretty much it.
QUOTE(hafiez @ Nov 21 2022, 04:57 PM)
their CS ask me to change the package to the newer one. The thing is, when alter the pkg, the AOTG will be revised to two screens instead of 4.
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Erm.... That is equivalent to switching to new packs sweat.gif

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post Nov 21 2022, 05:26 PM

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QUOTE(enriquelee @ Nov 21 2022, 05:14 PM)
When I ask them can I upgrade to ultra box and remain as my old package (Super Pack Plus 3), they replied me ok.
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bila ni?
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post Nov 21 2022, 05:27 PM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Nov 21 2022, 05:18 PM)
Simple. Just tell them "My Astro PVR box rosak ady, I want it to be changed... Switch to new packs? Not interested. "
How rosak? You pandai-pandai lah make story.

Then they'll send a technician to your house, and replace to Ulti Box for you. (Because Astro no longer supply PVR box model for any box replacements cases)
And the T&C is, choose either 12 months contract or pay RM65 technical service fee directly to the installer.
12 months contract means, make sure don't let your Astro account becomes suspended due to late payment, or else the RM65 service fee will clawback into your Astro bill.
That's pretty much it.
Erm.... That is equivalent to switching to new packs  sweat.gif
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im thinking the same too. But want to try this method 1st…
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post Nov 21 2022, 05:43 PM

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QUOTE(enriquelee @ Nov 21 2022, 05:14 PM)
When I ask them can I upgrade to ultra box and remain as my old package (Super Pack Plus 3), they replied me ok.
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QUOTE(hafiez @ Nov 21 2022, 05:26 PM)
bila ni?
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You can actually change to Ulti Box without switching to new packs one... I believe even till today also can...
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post Nov 21 2022, 06:13 PM

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QUOTE(hafiez @ Nov 21 2022, 05:26 PM)
bila ni?
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