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 Astro Version 13A, All about Astro Malaysia offerings

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suffeylp
post May 17 2019, 11:31 AM

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ch 844/845 UHD is already up but not available to view? it show sports/EPL in the programme
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post Aug 7 2019, 01:58 PM

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QUOTE(anfieldude @ Aug 7 2019, 12:31 PM)
AstroGo app not working on WebOS devices anymore. All good things must come to an end....was a good way to get the benefits of a 2nd decoder with a built in app. I wonder if they will come up with a subscription based app similar to all Smart TV OS as it shd be cheaper at least for them since no additional support for additional hardware.

On another note, any news on the new 4k based SetTop box release?
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looking forward for the 4K too. until today no news and EPL is starting this weekend, so i think 4K is no where near..
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post Aug 15 2019, 12:42 PM

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QUOTE(jeman @ Aug 14 2019, 02:45 PM)
Ok, spoken to their cs, v.1.2 sign up starts tomorrow
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signed up. can't wait whats next. rclxms.gif rclxms.gif rclxms.gif
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post Aug 15 2019, 02:15 PM

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QUOTE(JuneResources @ Aug 15 2019, 02:11 PM)
Any cost or need compulsory add on channels if signed up?
I'm planning to sign up but scare there is hidden charges.

Any requirement before signed up this?
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see below requirement; also mentioned on the website, no additional charges.


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https://www.astro.com.my/beta-program/home

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post Aug 16 2019, 09:48 AM

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QUOTE(Matchy @ Aug 15 2019, 04:34 PM)
And only landed... sad.gif
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I am staying in an apartment and applied. This morning already got call from Astro confirming on my application for the beta tester.
She ask whether my apartment use individual or centralize dish, mine is individual so can proceed and now waiting to installer set appointment.
will see what's next biggrin.gif

edit:
Update: my Astro Ultra installation appointment is on next Wednesday. icon_rolleyes.gif

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post Aug 16 2019, 10:53 AM

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QUOTE(Matchy @ Aug 16 2019, 10:21 AM)
Mine is centralize dish... am I out of luck?

And for this 4K beta, we don't need to subscribe to anything right? Just the existing subscription must have HD service.
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I cannot confirm that, but you can try. brows.gif

yes, need to subscribed HD+PVR service.
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post Aug 21 2019, 02:47 PM

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Astro Ultra.

only manage to try for a short time since i'm working, arrange with the installer to come during lunch break. biggrin.gif

- they will change the LNB receiver
- old remote still can use with the new decoder
- use 'sim card' instead of the old smart card

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post Aug 21 2019, 03:27 PM

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QUOTE(lpsoldier007 @ Aug 21 2019, 03:14 PM)
Internet access is mandatory?
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Yes, for the Cloud Recording and to access On Demand.
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post Aug 21 2019, 05:08 PM

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QUOTE(JuneResources @ Aug 21 2019, 04:51 PM)
So that means they did not change whole set outdoor dish?
By the way, may I know hw much your subscriptions fees?

Another thing as I see from photo, there is no cable behind the ultra box.
Is it wireless link to TV to watch channels? Looking so awesome.. thumbup.gif
I just thinking how the SIM card look like?
Can take photo of the SIM Card? That's sound very curious.. unsure.gif
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My guess the function is same as the old smart card, just smaller size which is similar to sim card as we use for mobile phone. The installer use the word 'sim card' which also make me curious. hmm.gif I will check the manual book when I'm home.

Yes, just the LNB receiver, still using the same dish for byond.
I'm on superpack 1, RM150++

No, still use HDMI cable to connect to TV and also cable connected from power supply . The picture is from the box, I didn't manage to snap photo of the actual decoder as I was in rush. It's very small, save space. thumbup.gif
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post Sep 7 2019, 06:33 PM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Sep 7 2019, 03:42 PM)
Any Astro Ultra box beta testers here?
What do you think about the box, and the 4K UHD service?
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for me;
good

1. HD channels look better, i don't know maybe the resolution settings to 2160p improve the tv upscaling.
2. both UHD channels show same thing, boring .. and not all EPL in the channel . but the quality is great.
3. cloud recording - sucks because for now not all channel or programme can be recorded.
4. my tuner diagnostics shows this; strength>80, quality <20 , is this acceptable?

but overall is good.
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post Sep 8 2019, 12:28 PM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Sep 7 2019, 08:20 PM)
2. Because both ch844 and ch845 is considered as a test and demo transmission, and it really wasn't meant for general public to enjoy. Test channels are usually like that. Repetitive, pretty much no commercials, and would get boring if you watch too long.
3. What are the channels you can't do cloud recording? Well, besides radio channels and Astro First/Best channels....

How about the UI? Lag? Easy to use? Or more buttons to press?
Did you submit any feedback at the Astro Beta Programme website? If yes, did they respond by call back to you or email you or something?
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3. local channels (rtm, media prima) , but the installer did inform me that astro is working on this.

the UI is doing fine for me, no noteable lag. i like the responsiveness.
I just notice that we can't pause and rewind like last time in pvr stb. hmmm..

well i didn't manage to submit feedback because no option to select for the feedback category.
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post Sep 17 2019, 03:54 PM

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@joshhd

Weird, I don't have the 'technical assistance' option if i select beta v1.2, still cannot proceed with feedback. I thought problem is phone browser, tried on desktop also same problem.
the live chat also cannot go through.

I want to report my issue; since swap with the new STB my soundbar got no sound using HDMI ARC . blink.gif
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post Oct 8 2019, 09:32 PM

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Astro UHD 2. ch780.

no programme yet but have Discovery4K clip/ads.

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post Oct 17 2019, 01:54 PM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Oct 16 2019, 11:49 AM)
Anyone here notice or realise that the picture quality for all Astro's HD channels, has become worsen a little? Like, the video bitrate has been lowered since about last week or last few weeks ago.

Anyone notice that?
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i notice since the last update for ultra box on 25th Sept, even the 4K channel also.

edit : Release date: Sep 25 2019 , receive the update around 1st week of October.

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post Nov 7 2019, 11:32 AM

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QUOTE(Qash-M @ Nov 6 2019, 11:32 PM)
my DMT 5 got latest firmware update dated 24th Oct, anyone else got it already?
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Yes, my ultra box also updated 24Oct firmware.

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So, in regards to the low quality of HD channels, anyone has make a complaint/feedback to Astro?
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post Nov 7 2019, 01:08 PM

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already complaint at their website, FB page and Twitter (mentioned minister Gobind too)

come on guys. lets do this! rclxms.gif
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post Nov 13 2019, 12:08 PM

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RM0.00 ASTRO XXXXXXXXX 1500hrs added on 13/11/19. New charges start this month. Call 03-95433838 for more info.

any one get this sms too?

edit: i think its related to cloud recording

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post Nov 14 2019, 09:28 AM

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QUOTE(joshhd @ Nov 13 2019, 02:49 PM)
Yes. All beta testers will get free 1500 hours (4TB) of cloud recording for a period of 12 months. It is stated in their FAQ. https://www.astro.com.my/beta-program/faq
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Totally forgot about this. Got confused because of the wording '1500hrs' i thought its 3pm. haha

Just notice CH498 (Astro Best) is in UHD too, currently showing Godzilla: King of the Monsters.
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post Dec 3 2019, 11:06 AM

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QUOTE(rajlesta00 @ Dec 3 2019, 10:14 AM)
Is this normal?

Both my tuner's signal quality showing less than 20%

But able to watch HD & UHD without issue.
Is this a bug?

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this happen to me as well since day 1 with the ultra box, different channel results in different reading.

not sure its a bug
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post Dec 20 2019, 12:00 PM

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QUOTE(ZaX17 @ Dec 20 2019, 10:01 AM)
Hi, I have this issue also, do you have any solution?

My sound bar sound recovered once I discount the HDMI cable of Astro.
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Hi,

For now I just use optical cable(tv output to soundbar)

Already give feedback to Astro during beta period, but seems no respond form them.

But I never tried connect using the HDMI ARC to soundbar with the latest firmware update of the Ultra box.

btw what tv are you using? Sony AndroidTV?
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