Now Player FAQ
On Demand
1. What on-demand services are provided by Now Player?
Now Player provides many types of on-demand programming* such as drama, entertainment, leisure, kids’ content, news/ info, sports and movies. Please click here for a list of on-demand libraries.
2. When will videos be uploaded to the Now Player website?
Videos will be uploaded within 24 hours of their TV broadcast.
3. When will videos be removed from Now Player?
Off-shelf time varies from program to program. Please refer to the corresponding program detail page for the exact off-shelf date.
4. Can I download videos from the Now Player website?
No, you are not able to download video from the Now Player website.
5. Why am I not able to watch Now Player on-demand while overseas?
Some videos cannot be watched outside Hong Kong because of licensing issues.
6. How many screens I can watch on with my Now ID simultaneously?
You could use one Now ID to login Now Player with multiple devices. Each Now ID could watch live or on demand content at the same time on no more than two devices (including phone and tablet) / computer(s). However, only one device can stream Now Video Express programs each time.
* On-demand programs for MOOV and Viu Premium are available on Now TV set top box only.
Channel
1. What live channels can I watch on Now Player?
Now Player provides many types of live channels such as drama, entertainment, documentaries, kids’ content, news/ info and sports. Please click here for a list of live channels.
2. Why am I not able to watch Now Player’s live channels while overseas?
Some channels cannot be watched outside Hong Kong because of licensing issues.
3. Will Now Player’s live channels synchronize with those on TV? Are there any commercials?
Now Player’s live channels synchronize with those on TV, though there may be 30 to 40 seconds’ latency from the Now Player website depends on network condition. Commercials do appear on Now Player’s live channels, same as TV.
4. How many screens I can watch on with my Now ID simultaneously?
You could use one Now ID to login Now Player with multiple devices. Each Now ID could watch live or on demand content at the same time on no more than two devices (including phone and tablet) / computer(s). However, only one device can stream Now Video Express programs each time.
Multiple User Profile
1. What is the Multiple User Profile* function?
It allows you to keep track of your own “Watchlist”, “History” and “Favorite Channels”. See menus and recommendations personalized for you. One Now TV account serves up to five users.
2. How do I create/ edit/ copy a user profile?
Click the icon at the top after logging into your Now Player account, and follow instructions to create, edit or copy user profile.
3. How many users can I create?
Up to five users per Now TV account.
4. Can I lock my profile?
Profile lock is not supported in Multiple User Profile function. But you may use our “Parental lock” to prevent children from watching unauthorized programs containing adult content or specific channels, on-demand and recorded programs.
5. How do I switch between users?
Click the icon at the top after logging into your Now Player account, and select the relevant user.
6. I am asked to set up my 1st user upon login. Can I choose not to create the first user?
If you do not create the first user, you will share Watchlist, History & Favorite Channels with family members. You are highly recommended to start your personalized TV experience from the customized Home Screen, user language settings, favorite channel list, program recommendations and resuming program from where you left off.
7. If I do not create a profile now, will I lose all the History, Watchlist and Favorite Channels?
No. Your History, Watchlist and Favorite Channels will not be removed, even if you do not have a user profile. The system will keep your viewing history and records, until you create your first user. All your viewing history will transfer to your default User profile.
However, you will share Watchlist, History & Favorite Channels with your family members. You are highly recommended to start your personalized TV experience from the customized Home Screen, user language settings, favorite channel list, program recommendations and resuming program from where you left off.
8. What does the tick [✓] on the Home Screen mean?
Popular movies and shows from your channel subscriptions will be added to the home screen. You’ll see rows of your subscribed programs marked with a tick [✓]. Watch as much as you’d like.
* Multiple User Profile function is not available for free-viewing users (who have not subscribed to Now TV paid content).
Subscription & Now ID
1. Do I have to pay to watch live channels or on-demand videos on Now Player?
Users are responsible for any data transmission costs incurred while using Now Player and connecting with Now Player service via the Internet or its website. Certain content is available only to Now TV customers subscribing to certain plans. Users may have to subscribe to the channel/ package and pay a monthly fee to access content. Certain free-viewing content is also available on Now Player for all logged-in users.
Free-viewing content* (Available for all users):
You can enjoy 22 free channels, including Now News Channel (ch. 332), Now Sports Prime (ch. 630), Now Sports Highlights, and the first 3 episodes of dramas from Now Chinese Drama (ch. 105). These content are free to watch in Hong Kong. It is not necessary to be a Now TV customer (who subscribed for Now TV paid content) to watch these content, but users are required to log in with Now ID.
22 free channels include:
• Bloomberg Television (ch. 321)
• Al Jazeera English (ch. 325)
• NHK WORLD-JAPAN (ch. 328)
• RT (ch. 329)
• China Global Television Network (ch. 330)
• Now Direct (ch. 331)
• Now News Channel (ch. 332) – Includes On Demand – Now News Channel
• Phoenix InfoNews Channel (ch. 366)
• Phoenix Hong Kong Channel (ch. 367)
• ETTV Asia News (ch. 371)
• CTI Asia Channel (ch. 538)
• Shenzhen TV (ch. 540)
• CCTV-1 (ch. 541)
• CCTV-4 (ch. 542)
• GBA Satellite TV (ch. 543)
• CCTV-13 (ch. 545)
• Phoenix Chinese Channel (ch. 548)
• OneTV General Channel (ch. 552)
• Sansha TV (ch. 553)
• Zhejiang Satellite TV (ch. 555)
• ABC Australia (ch. 561)
• Now Sports Prime (ch. 630)
Subscribed content (Available for Now TV customers):
Now TV customers subscribing to designated channel/ content with Now ID connected with a set-top box can watch most of the subscribed content on Now Player.
Please click here for a list of on-demand libraries.
Please click here for a list of live channels.
Please click here for Now ID registration and connection.
Please note your access to any program, channel and/ or content at the Now Player website can be terminated anytime without notice.
2. Can I subscribe to TV channels via Now Player?
Yes, you can subscribe to TV channels via WhatsApp or Live Chat to contact our Online Sales Representative or call our Sales Hotline 2888 0008 (English)/ 2888 1888 (Chinese) (Press “2”).
3. What is Now ID? How to apply for a Now ID?
Now ID is a login credential used for accessing the Now TV service. It can be either your email address (for Now TV set top box users) or mobile number (for users with no Now TV set top boxes). All users can apply for a Now ID for free.
• For Now TV set top box users: Certain content on Now Player requires a Now ID connection. A Now ID connection connects Now ID with a TV decoder, allowing you to enjoy the Now TV service you have subscribed to on Now Player App / Website.
Please click here for a Now ID connection (if you already have a Now ID).
• For free-viewing users (who have not subscribed to Now TV paid content) / Users with no Now TV set top boxes: Simply login using your Now ID and enjoy your free content / subscribed contents through the “Now TV” Smart TV App or Now Player.
Please click here for a free Now ID registration: Click “Login” and click “Start Watching Free” to sign up for a Now ID.
* We reserve the right to make changes to the terms and conditions of the said free-viewing contents from time to time.
Mature Content Lock
1. What is Mature Content Lock? I have a family member under the age of 18. How do I restrict access to adult content?
Mature Content Lock prevents children from watching unauthorized programs containing adult content. You must not allow any person under 18 years of age to view programs featuring adult content.
Now Player locks programs containing adult content by default. You can unlock it by entering a Now ID password every time you want to watch such a program. Please secure your Now ID password and do not disclose it to anyone under 18 years of age.
Video Express
1. What is Now Video Express?
Now Video Express provides the latest movies from Hollywood, Asian and also world class concerts and operas on a pay-per-view basis. Unlimited viewing within 48 hours (except selected programs) following purchase and viewers can pause, fast forward or rewind a program anytime.
2. How many times can I view a program purchased from Now Video Express?
You can view the program as many times you like within 48 hours (except selected programs) of purchase.
3. How many program types are provided by Now Video Express?
Apart from Hollywood and Asian movies, Now Video Express also provides foreign language drama, concerts and opera.
4. Is there a fixed term for purchasing Now Video Express program(s)?
No.
5. Can I view Now Video Express program(s) on my personal computer, when the program(s) are purchased from the TV portal (with the remote control)?
You can use your connected personal computer to view your chosen Now Video Express program any time within the 48-hours period by using your Now ID, starting from the time you place an order for the viewing of such a program from the TV portal. For instructions on how to connect your set top box to a personal computer on which you wish to view your Now Video Express program through the use of your Now ID, please click here.
6. Can my Now TV set top box be connected to more than one personal computer in order to view the Now Video Express programs purchased?
No.
7. I am viewing a program purchased from Now Video Express on TV. Can my family members view such a program, or other programs purchased from Now Video Express, through an online computer at the same time?
Yes, you can view the Now Video Express program on both your online personal computer with Now ID connection # and the TV portal (ch 106) at the same time.
8. Can I purchase/ view Now Video Express program(s) on different mobile devices/computer?
Yes, you can. You can purchase/ view Now Video Express program(s) on a personal computer or mobile devices (including IOS and Android smartphones or tablet(s) with Now ID connection.
9. Where can I view the purchased Now Video Express program(s)?
- For Now TV Set-Top Box users: Purchased Now Video Express program(s) are available for viewing on the TV + 1 mobile device^ (Smartphone or Tablet) or 1 personal computer^.
- For users without Now TV Set-Top Box: Purchased Now Video Express programs(s) are available for viewing on Now TV Smart TV App(s) + 1 personal computer* when the program(s) are purchased on Now TV Smart TV App(s) or on Now Player Website. If you purchase Now Video Express program(s) from the Now Player Website, you can only view them via the Now Player Website.
- For free-viewing users (who have not subscribed to Now TV paid content): Sorry, you have to subscribe to Now TV paid content in the first place in order to purchase / view Now Video Express program(s).
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^ Must be connected to Now TV set top box with the use of a Now ID.
* Must be logged-in with the same Now ID.
10. I have a discount code for Now Video Express redemption (applicable for customers without Set-Top Box), could you provide guidance on how to redeem it?
Please click here to watch the tutorial video provided on YouTube, and follow the instructions to activate your account (if you haven’t registered Now ID yet) and redeem Now Video Express service with the discount code.
11. Do I need to register mobile devices (smartphones or tablets) when I purchase Now Video Express programs? Do I need to register it every time?
You need to enter a name for your mobile devices for the first time of purchasing the Now Video Express programs. You need to register it for once only.
12. Can I download the purchased program(s) to mobile device?
No, it only supports streaming service.
13. Can I select different audio to view the program(s) purchased from Now Video Express?
Yes, you can select any available audio for viewing. (Please note: only some programs provide different audio).
14. Can I choose “Pay Directly”/ “Rent Now” (The transaction amount will be shown on Now TV bill in the following month) to view some Now Video Express programs, even I have sufficient Now Dollars value in my account?
No, you must use Now Dollars to pay to view Now Video Express programs if you have sufficient unused Now Dollars in your account.
15. I would like to purchase programs from Now Video Express, however, I don’t have sufficient Now Dollars. What should I do?
If you don’t have sufficient Now Dollars, you could choose “Rent Now” to purchase the programs from Now Video Express. The transaction amount will be shown on Now TV bill in the following month. You may also purchase Now Dollars from the TV portal, Now Player or nowplayer.now.com.
Now Dollars
1. What is Now Dollars*?
Now Dollars can be used to purchase On Demand pay-per-view programs. Customers can use it to purchase Now Video Express (ch 106) programs and AV PPV (ch 900) program(s) for viewing on a prepaid basis, and they can enjoy latest programs at a discounted rate.
2. How many denominations can Now Dollars be purchased?
Now Dollars comes in 3 prepaid values: $100, $200 and $300.
3. What is the validity period of Now Dollars?
- $100 Now Dollars is valid for three months.
- $200 Now Dollars is valid for six months.
- $300 Now Dollars is valid for six months.
4. Can I use Now Dollars immediately after its purchase?
Customers can use Now Dollars immediately after purchasing via the Now TV portal or nowplayer.now.com. Now Dollars is valid for three or six months (depending on its value), starting from the date of purchase. Any unused Now Dollars value will be forfeited after expiry of the validity period.
5. If my Now Dollars expires tomorrow, and I top up Now Dollars today, will there be two different validity periods for my purchased Now Dollars?
No, Now Dollars has a validity period of three or six months (depending on the Now Dollars value). If you top up your Now Dollars value before the validity period expires, the validity period will be extended for an additional three or six months (depending on the Now Dollars value of your top up), starting from the date of the top up.
6. Can my Now Dollars be refunded if my subscription to Now TV is terminated for whatever reason?
Your Now Dollars will be forfeited if your subscription to Now TV is terminated for whatever reason.
7. How can I check the expiry date and remaining balance or top up my Now Dollars value?
Top up Now Dollars via nowplayer.now.com
1. Select “Settings” and “Now ID”
2. Log into the website by using your registered Now ID
3. Back to “Home”, select “Settings” and “Now Dollars”
4. Select the Now Dollars value
5. Enter password and confirm
6. Completed
Check Now Dollars
To check the Now Dollars balance and expiry date on a personal computer, smart phone or tablet, customers have to connect the personal computer/ smartphone/ tablet to their Now TV set top box and log in with a Now ID. For Now ID registration and information on how to connect the Now TV set top box to a personal computer/ smartphone/ tablet, please click here.
You can also call us at 1833 888 to check your Now Dollars balance.
8. Can I use Now Dollars to settle my Now TV monthly fee?
No. You cannot exchange Now Dollars for cash, nor use them for anything other than for paying to view On Demand pay-per-view service programs which include programs on Now Video Express (ch 106) and AV PPV (ch 900).
9. How will you charge me if I buy Now Dollars?
You will be billed for the purchase of Now Dollars in your next Now TV bill, following purchase.
10. How much discount can I get if I use Now Dollars to pay to view Now Video Express programs?
If you buy Now Dollars, you will be given additional Now Dollars. For example, we will give additional $10 Now Dollars if you buy $100 Now Dollars. This translates into a discount of 10% when you pay to view your programs.
11. Can I choose to pay directly to view On Demand pay-per-view service programs which include programs on Now Video Express (ch 106) and AV PPV (ch 900), even I have sufficient Now Dollars value in my account?
No, you must use Now Dollars to pay to view On Demand pay-per-view service programs which includes programs on Now Video Express (ch 106) and AV PPV (ch 900), if you have sufficient unused Now Dollars in your account.
12. Apart from the Now TV portal and nowplayer.now.com, are there any other ways to purchase Now Dollars?
You can purchase Now Dollars via the hotline, retail shops, service centers or a direct salesperson.
* Now Dollars are only applicable for Now TV set top box users, and they are for selected program(s) only.
^ Must be connected to Now TV set top box with the use of a Now ID.
# Now ID connection means connecting a Now ID with a TV set top box. This means you can enjoy Now TV service* on a computer or mobile device simultaneously.
Keyboard Shortcuts
1. What are the Now Player keyboard shortcuts?
Double click/ press F: Activate full screen/ exit full screen.
Press Esc: Exit full screen.
Press backspace: Exit player.
Press 1/ left arrow: Backward 10 seconds.
Press 2/ right arrow: Forward 10 seconds.
Press 4: Backward 30 seconds.
Press 5: Forward 30 seconds.
Press 7: Backward 1 minute.
Press 8: Forward 1 minute.
Press 3/ space: Stop/play.
Press 6: Toggle audio channels.
Press -/ down arrow: Decrease volume.
Press +/ up arrow: Increase volume.
Technical Requirements
1. What are the basic system requirements for Now Player?
For the best user experience, it is suggested to use the latest version of Google Chrome or Safari on personal computer to access the Now Player website.
Now Player APP
1. How to download the “Now Player” App?
For iPhone or iPad users: search “Now Player” in App Store.
For Android users: search “Now Player” in Google Play.
2. Do I need to pay for “Now Player” App?
“Now Player” App is a free app and Now TV does not charge you for download. However, please note that user is responsible for any data costs incurred during download of the app via Internet connection or mobile devices (including mobile phones and tablet PC).
3. I have already logged in with Now ID. Why can’t I watch videos on “Now Player” App with my mobile device?
It may be due to:
- Your mobile device (including mobile phone and tablet PC) does not support “Now Player” App service;
- Your mobile device is not connected to a mobile data network e.g. 4G or 3G or WiFi
4. Sometimes only audio is available on “Now Player” App without video, or the video does not synchronize with the audio content. Why is that?
Video quality depends on the signal received. Unstable signal coverage will lead to the captioned problems. If it continues, please contact your mobile network operator.
5. Will mobile data be consumed when watching channels/ videos on “Now Player” App?
When users are watching videos under mobile network other than a Wi-Fi network, mobile data will be consumed. For the csl/1O1O/Club Sim postpaid users, data usage will be waived on the “Now Player” App. Users should keep track of their data usage. If you have any questions about your data usage and charges, please contact your mobile network operator.
6. Can’t play programs through “Now Player” App, how to solve this matter?
Please ensure your iOS/ Android device is equipped with the listed requirements and the iOS/Android is original and unmodified. Besides, the error messages should give a reason for the failure.
7. How is the data consumption when using “Now Player” App through mobile devices?
Playing videos on screen or continuous data transmission will consume certain power on your mobile device. It is suggested not to have too many applications running simultaneously to avoid high power consumption.
8. Are the content of linear channels and on demand the same on “Now Player” App and Now TV?
Users can directly watch most of the channels and on demand content through “Now Player” App. For the remaining content, you could send your content to a bound Now ID set top box through your mobile device to continue to watch on TV.
9. How many screens I can watch on with my Now ID simultaneously?
You could use one Now ID to login Now Player with multiple devices. Each Now ID could watch live or on demand content at the same time on no more than two devices (including phone and tablet) / computer(s). However, only one device can stream Now Video Express programs each time.
10. How do I know if I am an UX3 interface user or not?
Simply press the “Home” button with your set top box’s remote control, if you could find “My Now”, it means that you are an UX3 interface user.
11. I am a non UX3 interface user, could I enjoy the functions of the new “Now Player” App?
You can enjoy most of the functions and features of “Now Player” App. Only a few functions such as “Saved”, “TV Recording” functions and part of the remote control keys are for UX3 interface which is not applicable to you.
12. What is mean by synchronize with UX3 interface?
For the new “Now Player” App, some of the features such as “My Now” > ”Watchlist” and “History” are also features for UX3 interface. These features can be synchronized with your set top box of UX3 interface.
13. Can I find any unsubscribed channels or content at “Now Player”App? Why some programme titles are in grey colour?
Unsubscribed channel and content will be grayed out and you would still be eligible to search for unsubscribed channels and content program details. You can also subscribe to TV channels via Live Chat on “Now Player” App.
Now TV Subscription & Now ID
1. Do I have to pay to watch live channels or on demand videos on “Now Player”? Is there any free content? If I am a Now TV customer. What can I watch?
Users are responsible for any data transmission costs incurred using “Now Player” App and connecting “Now Player” App service to the Internet or mobile devices. Certain content is only available to Now TV customers holding specific subscription plans. Users may have to subscribe to a channel/package for a monthly fee in order to access content. Certain free-viewing content is also available on Now Player for all logged-in users.
Free-viewing content* (Available for all users):
You can enjoy 22 free channels, including Now News Channel (ch. 332), Now Sports Prime (ch. 630), Now Sports Highlights, and the first 3 episodes of dramas from Now Chinese Drama (ch. 105). These content are free to watch in Hong Kong. It is not necessary to be a Now TV customer (who subscribed for Now TV paid content) to watch these content, but users are required to log in with Now ID.
22 free channels include:
• Bloomberg Television (ch. 321)
• Al Jazeera English (ch. 325)
• NHK WORLD-JAPAN (ch. 328)
• RT (ch. 329)
• China Global Television Network (ch. 330)
• Now Direct (ch. 331)
• Now News Channel (ch. 332) – Includes On Demand – Now News Channel
• Phoenix InfoNews Channel (ch. 366)
• Phoenix Hong Kong Channel (ch. 367)
• ETTV Asia News (ch. 371)
• CTI Asia Channel (ch. 538)
• Shenzhen TV (ch. 540)
• CCTV-1 (ch. 541)
• CCTV-4 (ch. 542)
• GBA Satellite TV (ch. 543)
• CCTV-13 (ch. 545)
• Phoenix Chinese Channel (ch. 548)
• OneTV General Channel (ch. 552)
• Sansha TV (ch. 553)
• Zhejiang Satellite TV (ch. 555)
• ABC Australia (ch. 561)
• Now Sports Prime (ch. 630)
Subscribed content (Available for Now TV customers):
Now TV customers subscribing to designated channel/ content with Now ID connected with a set-top box can watch most of the subscribed content on “Now Player” App. For the rest of the programs, you can still watch on TV via “Screen Cast” function.
For more info on Now ID’s or to set yours up, please click here. Please note that your access to any program, channel and/ or content on “Now Player” App can be terminated anytime without prior notice.
2. What is Now ID? How to apply for a Now ID?
Now ID is a login credential used for accessing the Now TV service. It can be either your email address (for Now TV set top box users) or mobile number (for users with no Now TV set top boxes). All users can apply for a Now ID for free.
• For Now TV set top box users: Certain content on Now Player requires a Now ID connection. A Now ID connection connects Now ID with a TV decoder, allowing you to enjoy the Now TV service you have subscribed to on Now Player App / Website.
Please click here for a Now ID connection (if you already have a Now ID).
• For free-viewing users (who have not subscribed to Now TV paid content) / Users with no Now TV set top boxes: Simply login using your Now ID and enjoy your free content / subscribed contents through the “Now TV” Smart TV App or Now Player.
Please click here for a free Now ID registration: Click “Login” and click “Start Watching Free” to sign up for a Now ID.
3. Can customers subscribe to TV channel via “Now Player” App service?
Yes, you can subscribe to TV channels via WhatsApp or Live Chat to contact our Online Sales Representative or call our Sales Hotline 2888 0008 (English)/ 2888 1888 (Chinese) (Press “2”).
* We reserve the right to make changes to the terms and conditions of the said free-viewing contents from time to time.
Live Channels & On Demand
1. What types of live streaming channels are provided on “Now Player” App?
“Now Player” App provides many types of live streaming channels such as drama, entertainment/documentary, kids’ content, news/info and sports. For more details, please visit “TV Guide” on “Now Player” App.
2. What types of on demand programs are provided on “Now Player” App?
“Now Player” App provides many types of on-demand programs* such as drama, entertainment/leisure, kids’ content, news/info, sports and movies. For more details, please visit “On Demand” on “Now Player” App.
3. Why can’t I watch live channels or videos on “Now Player” App in some countries?
Some channels and videos cannot be watched outside Hong Kong because of licensing issues.
4. Do live streaming channels on “Now Player” App synchronize with live channels on TV? Are there any commercials?
Yes, live streaming channels on “Now Player” App do synchronize with live channels on TV. Although there may be a 30 to 40-second delay on mobile devices depends on network condition. Commercials are broadcast during commercial breaks, same as on TV.
5. When will videos be uploaded?
Videos will be uploaded within 24 hours after the first broadcast on TV.
6. When will videos be removed from “Now Player” App?
The off-shelf time varies with programs.
* On-demand programs for MOOV and Viu Premium are available on Now TV set top box only.
Multiple User Profile
1. What is the Multiple User Profile* function?
It allows you to keep track of your own “Watchlist”, “History” and “Favorite Channels”. See menus and recommendations personalized for you. One Now TV account serves up to five users.
2. How do I create/ edit/ copy a user profile?
Click the icon at the top after logging into your Now Player account, and follow instructions to create, edit or copy user profile.
3. How many users can I create?
Up to five users per Now TV account.
4. Can I lock my profile?
Profile lock is not supported in Multiple User Profile function. But you may use our “Parental lock” to prevent children from watching unauthorized programs containing adult content or specific channels, on-demand and recorded programs.
5. How do I switch between users?
Click the icon at the top after logging into your Now Player account, and select the relevant user.
6. I am asked to set up my 1st user upon login. Can I choose not to create the first user?
If you do not create the first user, you will share Watchlist, History & Favorite Channels with family members. You are highly recommended to start your personalized TV experience from the customized Home Screen, user language settings, favorite channel list, program recommendations and resuming program from where you left off.
7. If I do not create a profile now, will I lose all the History, Watchlist and Favorite Channels?
No. Your History, Watchlist and Favorite Channels will not be removed, even if you do not have a user profile. The system will keep your viewing history and records, until you create your first user. All your viewing history will transfer to your default User profile.
However, you will share Watchlist, History & Favorite Channels with your family members. You are highly recommended to start your personalized TV experience from the customized Home Screen, user language settings, favorite channel list, program recommendations and resuming program from where you left off.
8. What does the tick [✓] on the Home Screen mean?
Popular movies and shows from your channel subscriptions will be added to the home screen. You’ll see rows of your subscribed programs marked with a tick [✓]. Watch as much as you’d like.
* Multiple User Profile function is not available for free-viewing users (who have not subscribed to Now TV paid content).
Screen Casting
1. What is Screen Casting? Can I Screen Cast my content to a TV while watching through the “Now Player” App?
Press the “Screen Cast” button to screen cast content to a TV via the following devices:
- Your bound Now ID set top box
- AirPlay (available only on iOS) and Chromecast (available on iOS and Android)
You can also use HDMI Out to screen cast to a TV.
- iOS user: You can use an official Apple HDMI adapter to connect your Apple mobile or tablet devices to TV, and project the content from your devices onto a screen.
- Android user: HDMI Out is not supported.
Except for the UX2 interface users, you can send and retrieve the content back to Now Player from your casting device by pressing the “Screen Cast” button.
* Due to licensing issue, some contents are not available to be viewed on Now Player, Airplay and Chromecast.
2. Why can’t I Screen Cast my content to the TV?
Please make sure your casting device is turned on and properly connected.
- Now TV set top box: When the screen shows “Sorry… Your Now TV set top box appears to be OFF”, please turn it on and try again.
- AirPlay (iOS) and Chromecast (Android) devices: If unable to connect your device, or the screen shows “No devices found”, please check your device and try again. If the problem persists, please visit the Apple or Google website for more info on device connection problems.
- HDMI out: When your device does not recognize your screen, please unplug the HDMI cable and plug it in again.
3. Why can’t I play the content on my mobile device? What’s the meaning of “Watch on Now TV Box” in the program details?
Most of the content on Now TV can be played thru the Now Player app. However, some content, due to licensing issue, can only be viewed on TV.
My Now
1. What is My Now*?
You can see your Watchlist, get personalized recommendations, scheduled recordings and save shows at My Now. You’ll easily find what you last watched to pick up from where you left off. For more details, please visit User Guide of “Now Player” App.
2. What is Watchlist? How to add programs to Watchlist?
The Watchlist organizes all your favorite programs, whether from on demand catalogs or live TV channels. Simply press the “+” button to add to the Watchlist. For added “Watchlist” content the “+” button will change to orange color.
Remarks: For UX3 interface users, your “Watchlist” content from “Now Player” App will be synchronized with your set top box.
3. Where can I find the programs that added to “Watchlist”?
You can find your added programs in different sections of “Watchlist” in My Now, such as “All’ , “Watch Now”, “Coming Up” and “Ending Soon”.
4. How to remove a title from my “Watchlist”?
Press the orange “+” button. After the title is removed the “+” button will change back to white color.
5. If I remove a title from my Watchlist, will my scheduled TV recording / ”Save to watch later” be cancelled?
If you remove a title from Watchlist before it starts, “Save to Watch Later” will be cancelled automatically. TV Recording schedules will also be removed. If you remove the title from Watchlist after its premiere time, those recorded programs will be not affected.
Please note some TV programs added to the Watchlist will be automatically saved for you to watch later. Only applicable to UX3 interface user.
6. What is “Recommended”?
Starred programs are recommended just for you. “Recommended” programs will be recommended based on your viewing behavior. Your Watchlist also helps the accuracy of personalised recommendations, simply add your favorite programs to the Watchlist.
7. What is “Saved”? Where can I find the saved list? Where can I watch those programs? (only applicable to UX3 interface user)
Many TV programs added to the Watchlist will be automatically saved for you to watch later. You could also find your saved list at “Saved” under “My Now”. Please noted that Saved programs can only be viewed on TV.
8. How long will the programs be saved? (only applicable to UX3 interface user)
Programs can be saved for 7 days, though sometimes longer depending upon the agreements with channel providers. For saved programs can be only viewed on TV through your set top box.
9. How to delete “saved” program?
The “Saved” program will be automatically deleted after it expired. Saved programs can be saved for 7 days, though sometimes longer depending on the channel providers.
10. What is “History”?
View your history to resume on demand programs and select recently watched channels quickly. A channel will show up in your history after approximately 8 minutes of viewing. For UX3 interface user, your “History” on “Now Player” App will be synchronized with your set top box.
11. How to delete “History”?
You can press Home > Resume Viewing and delete recently watched history or at “My Now” > “History” press Edit and select content that you would like to delete.
* My Now is only available for Now TV customers who subscribed to Now TV paid content.
Downloads
1. Can I download the videos in “Now Player” App?
Some of the programs are eligible for download to your mobile device on “Now Player” App and view them in offline mode.
2. Can I download the content to any device?
You can maximum register up to 4 different devices to explicit content download for each Now ID.
3. Is there any expiration date for the downloaded content?
The downloaded content will expire and automatically be deleted after 7 days or your Now TV service plan end date whichever is the earliest. Video streaming is available for only one mobile device at the same time.
4. Where can I find the list of downloaded programs?
You can find the list of downloaded programs in your “Download” in “My Now”. Please note that not all programs can be downloaded because of licensing issues.
5. How can I know which programs are downloadable?
Please go to “On Demand” and select content category eg Movies, TV Series etc. Use “Filter” functions to search for “Downloadable” programs . Please be aware that because of the licensing issue, not all the contents are downloadable.
TV Recordings
1. What is TV recordings?
Users can use their Now Player App to record the program on TV. Press “Record” on Program details button to schedule recordings. This function is only applicable to UX3 interface user with a designated external Hard Disk Drive and also subscribed to TV Recording service.
For more details, please visit here.
2. What do I need in order to use TV Recordings?
You need:
- a Now One / Now TV STB Mode 6950;
- a Now Hard Disk Drive (HDD); (You have to buy HDD separately)
- a Now TV set-top-box upgraded to UX3 TV Interface; and
- TV Recordings Service subscription (provided subject to the terms and conditions, please click here.)
3. How do I record a TV series?
You can choose to record one episode or all upcoming episodes of a series. Enter “TV Guide”, select the program and press the “Record On TV” button on your Now Player App. You will then be asked to “Record the series or only the episodes”.
For more information on TV Recordings, please click here
4. Where can I find my TV Recordings? Where can I find my scheduled recordings?
Please go to Now Player App > My Now > TV Recordings to search for recording or scheduled record list. For recorded program list, you can only find it at your Now Hard Disk (HDD) from your TV. Please note that The TV Recordings function is only available for UX3 interface user with a designated external Now Hard Disk and signed up for the TV Recordings service.
5. Can I playback recorded content on another device?
No. The recorded programs can only be shown on TV via your set top box.
6. How to delete TV Recordings program?
You could only delete the TV Recordings programs via your set top box > My Now > TV Recordings.
TV Guide
1. How many days of programs can the program guide show up to?
Now Player App can show up to 7 days of the program guide. You can find your subscribed channels through Now Player App.
2. What are the features of those buttons inside TV guide?
Screen Cast button(a triangle inside a rectangle box) = This channel or program can only be watched on TV.
Watch button(a triangle inside a circle) = This channel or program can be watched on mobile device.
Heart button = Press the “heart” button and set the channel to your favorite channel.
3. Why are some programs “Starred”?
Starred programs are recommended just for you. Recommendations will become sophisticated as the system learns more of your preferences.
4. What is Filter function?
You can filter your favourite content by Subscribed Channels, Favourite Channels, Watch on Device , and categories such as Movies, Asian Entertainment, Entertainment, Knowledge, Kids, News, Sports, Foreign Language etc.
5. How do I set my favorite channels?
You can press “Heart” button next to the channel number to mark as a favorite channel. For UX3 interface users, your Now Player App’s “Favorite Channel” will synchronize your set top box.
6. Where can I find “Favorite Channel”?
Your “Favorite Channel” is displayed at the top of the “Live Channels” section on the Home page. You can also find it on TV Guide by using “Filter” function or on TV Remote > Favorites. (The “Favorites” on TV Remote is only applicable for UX3 interface users)
7. How to use buttons in “Program Details” buttons?
Add to Watchlist: Press the “+” button to add a program to your Watchlist.
View other broadcasting time of the program: Press the “Clock” button to view other broadcasting time of the program.
See other programs available on demand from the channel: Press “More on Demand” button (3 dots inside a circle)
Use recording service: Press “Record On TV” to record one episode or all episodes of a series on the set top box.
(Recording function is only available for UX3 interface users with designated Hard Disk Drive and signed up for the TV Recording service.If a series is recorded, the system will also look for reruns of earlier episodes and record the episodes.)
TV Remote
1. Where can I find the remote control for Now Player App?
You could simply go to Menu > TV Remote. With the connection with your Now TV set top box, you can use this as remote to control your TV.
2. Why can’t I use some of the functions on the remote control in Now Player App?
Some of the functions on the remote control like “My Now”, “Record” and “+” are only available for UX3 interface users.
VR
1. What VR-compatible programs can I watch?
You can watch certain live content on CH331 using VR on Now Player.
2. Why is the “Watch Now” button dimmed?
A dimmed “Watch Now” button means the contents are not yet ready for VR.
3. What are the system requirements for VR mode?
Devices that support High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) (the support of VR mode varies significantly between devices), and a mobile data network or LAN/Wi-Fi network that satisfies the minimum bandwidth requirements (25Mbps) to deliver an optimal viewing experience.
Parental Control
1. What is “Parental Control”? I have a family member under the age of 18. How can I restrict access to adult content?
Parental Control prevents your children from watching unauthorized programs which contain adult content. You must not authorize persons below 18 years of age to view programs which contain adult content.
Before you watch a program which contains adult content each time, the system will verify your Now TV customer identity and ask you to input your Now ID for verification. Please secure your Now ID password and do not disclose to anyone who is below 18 years of age.
2. What is the function of the “Parental Lock” on the video player menu bar?
When you screen cast the program with “Parental Lock” to a TV, you need to key in your parental lock password to your set to box to authorize the program to play on your TV.
Video Express
1. What is Now Video Express?
Now Video Express provides the latest movies from Hollywood, Asian and also world class concerts and operas on a pay-per-view basis. Unlimited viewing within 48 hours (except selected programs) following purchase and viewers can pause, fast forward or rewind a program anytime.
2. How many times can I view a program purchased from Now Video Express?
You can view the program as many times you like within 48 hours (except selected programs) of purchase.
3. How many program types are provided by Now Video Express?
Apart from Hollywood and Asian movies, Now Video Express also provides foreign language drama, concerts and opera.
4. Is there a fixed term for purchasing Now Video Express program(s)?
No.
5. Can I view Now Video Express program(s) on my personal computer, when the program(s) are purchased from the TV portal (with the remote control)?
You can use your connected personal computer to view your chosen Now Video Express program any time within the 48-hours period by using your Now ID, starting from the time you place an order for the viewing of such a program from the TV portal. For instructions on how to connect your set top box to a personal computer on which you wish to view your Now Video Express program through the use of your Now ID, please click here.
6. Can my Now TV set top box be connected to more than one personal computer in order to view the Now Video Express programs purchased?
No.
7. I am viewing a program purchased from Now Video Express on TV. Can my family members view such a program, or other programs purchased from Now Video Express, through an online computer at the same time?
Yes, you can view the Now Video Express program on both your online personal computer with Now ID connection # and the TV portal (Ch.106) at the same time.
8. Can I purchase / view Now Video Express program(s) on different mobile devices/computer?
Yes, you can. You can purchase / view Now Video Express program(s) on a personal computer or mobile devices (including IOS and Android smartphones or tablets) with Now ID connection.
9. Where can I view the purchased Now Video Express program(s)?
- For Now TV set top box users: Purchased Now Video Express program(s) are available for viewing on the TV + 1 mobile device^ (Smartphone or Tablet) or 1 personal computer^.
- For users with no Now TV set top boxes: Purchased Now Video Express programs(s) are available for viewing on Now TV Smart TV App(s) + 1 personal computer* when the program(s) are purchased on Now TV Smart TV App(s) or on Now Player Website. If you purchase Now Video Express program(s) from the Now Player App, you can only view them on the device where you rented them.
- For free-viewing users (who have not subscribed to Now TV paid content): Sorry, you have to subscribe to Now TV paid content in the first place in order to purchase / view Now Video Express program(s).
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^ Must be connected to Now TV set top box with the use of a Now ID.
* Must be logged-in with the same Now ID.
10. I have a discount code for Now Video Express redemption (applicable for customers without Set-Top Box), could you provide guidance on how to redeem it?
Please click here to watch the tutorial video provided on YouTube, and follow the instructions to activate your account (if you haven’t registered Now ID yet) and redeem Now Video Express service with the discount code.
11. Do I need to register my personal computer or mobile devices (smartphones or tablets) when I purchase Now Video Express programs? Do I need to register it every time?
You need to enter a name for your personal computer or mobile devices for the first time of purchasing the Now Video Express programs. You need to register it for once only.
12. Can I download the purchased program(s) to mobile device?
No, it only supports streaming service.
13. Can I select different audio to view the program(s) purchased from Now Video Express?
Yes, you can select any available audio for viewing. (Please note: only some programs provide different audio).
14. Can I choose “Pay Directly”/ “Rent Now” (The transaction amount will be shown on Now TV bill in the following month) to view some Now Video Express programs, even I have sufficient Now Dollars value in my account?
No, you must use Now Dollars to pay to view Now Video Express programs if you have sufficient unused Now Dollars in your account.
15. I would like to purchase programs from Now Video Express, However, I don’t have sufficient Now Dollars. What should I do?
If you don’t have sufficient Now Dollars, you could choose “Rent Now” to purchase the programs from Now Video Express. The transaction amount will be shown on Now TV bill in the following month. You may also purchase Now Dollars from the TV portal, Now Player or nowplayer.now.com.
Now Dollars
1. What is Now Dollars*?
Now Dollars can be used to purchase On Demand pay-per-view programs. Customers can use it to purchase Now Video Express (Ch 106) programs and AV PPV (Ch 900) program(s) for viewing on a prepaid basis, and they can enjoy latest programs at a discounted rate*.
2. How many denominations can Now Dollars be purchased?
Now Dollars comes in 3 prepaid values: $100, $200 and $300.
3. What is the validity period of Now Dollars?
- $100 Now Dollars is valid for three months.
- $200 Now Dollars is valid for six months.
- $300 Now Dollars is valid for six months.
4. Can I use Now Dollars immediately after its purchase?
Customers can use Now Dollars immediately after purchasing via the Now TV portal or nowplayer.now.com. Now Dollars is valid for three or six months (depending on its value), starting from the date of purchase. Any unused Now Dollars value will be forfeited after expiry of the validity period.
5. If my Now Dollars expires tomorrow, and I top up Now Dollars today, will there be two different validity periods for my purchased Now Dollars?
No. Now Dollars has a validity period of three or six months (depending on the Now Dollars value). If you top up your Now Dollars value before the validity period expires, the validity period will be extended for an additional three or six months (depending on the Now Dollars value of your top up), starting from the date of the top up.
6. Can my Now Dollars be refunded if my subscription to Now TV is terminated for whatever reason?
Your Now Dollars will be forfeited if your subscription to Now TV is terminated for whatever reason.
7. How can I check the expiry date and remaining balance or top up my Now Dollars value?
Top up Now Dollars via the Now Player app
- Select “Settings” and “Now ID”
- Login using your registered Now ID
- Back to “Settings”, select “Now Dollars”
- Select “Top Up Now Dollars” and Now Dollars Top-up value
- Enter password and confirm
- Completed
Check Now Dollars
To check the Now Dollars balance and expiry date on a personal computer, smart phone or tablet, customers have to connect the personal computer/smartphone/tablet to their Now TV set top box and log in with a Now ID. For Now ID registration and information on how to connect the Now TV set top box to a personal computer/smartphone/tablet, please click here.
You can also call us at 1833 888 to check your Now Dollars balance.
8. Can I use Now Dollars to settle my Now TV monthly fee?
No. You cannot exchange Now Dollars for cash, nor use them for anything other than for paying to view On Demand pay-per-view service programs which include programs on Now Video Express (Ch.106) and AV PPV (Ch.900).
9. How will you charge me if I buy Now Dollars?
You will be billed for the purchase of Now Dollars in your next Now TV bill, following purchase.
10. How much discount can I get if I use Now Dollars to pay to view Now Video Express programs?
If you buy Now Dollars, you will be given additional Now Dollars. For example, we will give additional $10 Now Dollars if you buy $100 Now Dollars. This translates into a discount of 10% when you pay to view your programs.
11. Can I choose to pay directly to view On Demand pay-per-view service programs which include programs on Now Video Express (Ch 106) and AV PPV (Ch 900), even I have sufficient Now Dollars value in my account?
No, you must use Now Dollars to pay to view On Demand pay-per-view service programs which includes programs on Now Video Express (Ch 106) and AV PPV (Ch 900), if you have sufficient unused Now Dollars in your account.
12. Apart from the Now TV portal and nowplayer.now.com, are there any other ways to purchase Now Dollars?
You can purchase Now Dollars via the hotline, retail shops, service centers or a direct salesperson.
* Now Dollars are only applicable for Now TV set top box users, and they are for selected program(s) only.
^ Must be connected to Now TV set top box with the use of a Now ID.
# Now ID connection means connecting a Now ID with a TV set top box. This means you can enjoy Now TV service* on a computer or mobile device simultaneously.
Technical Requirement
1. What are the basic system requirements for Now Player?
For the best user experience, it is suggested to use a mobile device running the latest version of iOS or Android* to access the Now Player app.
*The operating systems must be original and not modified.
2. Do you have suggested network bandwidth of using “Now Player App”:
Suggested Internet or mobile data connection bandwidth: 800 kbps (or higher)*
Remarks:
1. You need to turn off all other unused applications to free up system resources.
2. Do not upload or download files while playing video to avoid degradation of player quality.
3. If your device is connected to the Internet via Wi-Fi, please check if the Wi-Fi signal is performing normally. Internet speed can be affected if too many users are connected to the same Wi-Fi access point.
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