Dead Money DLC and main story

I just bought Dead Money DLC, during Steam sales, but I haven't finished Fallout: New Vegas yet; I played about 25 hours and probably I am just in the middle of the story.

What does it mean? Is Dead Money DLC playable only after Fallout: New Vegas end or could/should I access its content before?

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You should be at least on level 20 and you can access it before the end of the main story. More details (and spoilers):

EDIT: Today's (July 6th 2011) update fixed the fact that one could not engage on DLC's quests after main story ending.

New feature: system save is automatically created prior to endgame sequence. After credits, user is prompted to load save game. This will allow single save players to play DLC without creating a new game.

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Once you install the DLC, you will detect a new radio signal and can travel to the location NE of Nelson, where you get the option to travel to the DLC location. There is no level requirement but a high level is suggested. You can get the radio signal as soon as you step into the Mojave.

Keep in mind coming back will not be easy so be prepared to spend some time way from the main quest.