There used to be a way to hack it. But at 9.99 for a radio you have to ask if its worth getting it illegally. XM and Sirius both kill AM/FM. They dont send a bill. Both just bill your credit card. Make up an address or use a general delivery for the nearest US post office. EX: sweetgrass, MT or Niagra falls, NY so you can pick up your welcome packge. They don't care.