The third multiplex enables DNA to offer more TV channels in the terrestrial network

Construction works required by the multiplex VHF C will begin immediately. DNA's current terrestrial network will cover 80% of Finland's population by the end of 2011. The company estimates that multiplex VHF C will reach similar coverage by the end of 2012. Customers can check DNA's HDTV network coverage by entering their address in DNA's online map service at www.dna.fi.

DNA became the first Finnish operator, and one of the first operators in Europe, to start terrestrial HDTV broadcasting under the DVB-T2 standard on 1 January 2011, as required by DNA's network operating licence. To be able to view T2 broadcasts, customers need a Antenna Ready HD certified set-top box or a TV receiver, as well as a VHF antenna aimed in the direction of a DNA transmitter. Antenna Ready HD certified television receivers have already reached the market, and the first set-top boxes compliant with the DVB-T2 standard will be available during the spring. A list of certified models can be found at www.testatutlaitteet.fi.

DNA's terrestrial TV network is based on groundbreaking technological features that make the utilisation of transmission capacity highly effective. Thanks to these cutting-edge technological solutions, DNA can offer its network for channel companies at a lower cost than other network operators. The total capacity of DNA's VHF terrestrial network allows the broadcast of up to 11 high-definition, and some 15 standard-definition channels.

"DNA is the largest cable TV operator in Finland. We also have a strong position in the pay-TV market. A nationwide terrestrial network will cement our position as a leading TV operator. The new licence decisions enable us to offer a very appealing bundle of the most popular pay TV channels via our terrestrial network, and a number of top channels in high-definition on top of that," says Pekka Väisänen , Vice President of Consumer Business at DNA.

Further information :
Pekka Väisänen, Vice President, Consumer Business, DNA Ltd, tel. +358 44 0400 168, pekka.vaisanen@dna.fi
DNA Corporate Communications: Riitta Luhtala, Communications Manager, DNA Ltd, tel. + 358 40 7555 252, riitta.luhtala@dna.fi

DNA Ltd is a Finnish telecommunications company providing high-quality voice, data and TV services to private customers and corporations. In 2010, DNA recorded a turnover of EUR 690 million and an operating profit of EUR 65 million. DNA has more than 3 million mobile and fixed-line network customers. For more information, please visit www.dna.fi.