TS 03.12 – Location Registration Procedures
3GPP TS 03.12 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Location Registration Procedures. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
Defines network procedures for location registration including updating, cancellation, periodic updates, and IMSI attach/detach operations in GSM networks.
Releases and versions of TS 03.12
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.4.2 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.12
Category: Core Network (Mobility Management). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 03 series
- TS 03.08 Subscriber Data in HLR, VLR, and GSNs
- TS 03.09 GSM Handover Procedures Specification
- TS 03.10 GSM PLMN Connection Types Definition
- TS 03.11 GSM Supplementary Services Technical Framework
- TS 03.13 GSM Discontinuous Reception Overview
- TS 03.14 DTMF Support in GSM System
- TS 03.15 Operator Determined Barring (ODB) for GSM
- TS 03.16 HLR-VLR-SGSN Subscriber Data Management
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.12?
3GPP TS 03.12 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Location Registration Procedures. Defines network procedures for location registration including updating, cancellation, periodic updates, and IMSI attach/detach operations in GSM networks.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.12?
TS 03.12 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.12 belong to?
TS 03.12 belongs to the Core Network (Mobility Management) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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