Usually after activating you have to leave it on the Preview channel for up to 45 minutes before youll start getting all channels. Please turn your radio on and tune to the Preview Channel, which is Channel 1. When you hear channels 7, 9, 47 and 122 your activation is complete. For auto installed units, make sure that your vehicle is outside with an unobstructed view to the sky. XM radio, they have kids channels that will keep them occupied.