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Freeview coverage checker reveals when Freeview HD is coming to you

(HEXUS LIFESTYLE) - In anticipation of the accelerated nationwide rollout of high-def content, Freeview has revamped the HD section of its website and made available a Freeview HD coverage checker.

The availability check, accessible via freeview.co.uk/availability/main/indexhd, requires a user’s post code and house number to predict when Freeview HD will become available to a particular region.

Freeview has previously stated that 50 per cent of the UK population will receive HD coverage in time for the 2010 football World Cup, and the first broadcasts have already begun.

In order to tune in to Freeview HD transmissions, however, viewers will require TVs or set-top-boxes equipped with a new DVB-T2 tuner. Compatible devices from a number of manufacturers are expected to become available in the coming months.

Freeview HD will initially offer three high-definition channels - BBC HD, ITV HD and 4HD - as part of its line-up, with a fourth channel - widely believed to be Five HD - expected to follow shortly after.

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