TS 03.13 – GSM Discontinuous Reception Overview
3GPP TS 03.13 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM Discontinuous Reception Overview. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
Defines system-wide view of DRX implementation in GSM networks, covering MSC, BSS, and MS operations for power saving in idle mode.
Releases and versions of TS 03.13
| 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 | 4.0.4 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.13
Category: Radio Access (Physical Layer). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: RAN.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 03 series
- TS 03.09 GSM Handover Procedures Specification
- TS 03.10 GSM PLMN Connection Types Definition
- TS 03.11 GSM Supplementary Services Technical Framework
- TS 03.12 Location Registration Procedures
- 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
- TS 03.18 GSM Basic Call Handling Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.13?
3GPP TS 03.13 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM Discontinuous Reception Overview. Defines system-wide view of DRX implementation in GSM networks, covering MSC, BSS, and MS operations for power saving in idle mode.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.13?
TS 03.13 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.13 belong to?
TS 03.13 belongs to the Radio Access (Physical Layer) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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