TS 03.32 – Geographical Area Description (GAD) for GSM
3GPP TS 03.32 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Geographical Area Description (GAD) for GSM. It is published in 4 releases (R96 to R99); the latest version is 1100 in R99.
Defines a universal geographical area description for GSM services. Specifies shapes, coordinate system, and message formats for area-based service requests.
Releases and versions of TS 03.32
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R99 | 1100 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R98 | 7.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.32
Category: Services (Location Services). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 03 series
- TS 03.22 GSM Idle Mode Operation and Procedures
- TS 03.26 Multiband GSM/DCS Network Operation
- TS 03.30 Cell Planning Guidelines for GSM Systems
- TS 03.31 Fraud Information Gathering System (FIGS)
- TS 03.33 Lawful Interception for Circuit Switched and GPRS
- TS 03.34 HSCSD Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 03.35 Immediate Service Termination (IST) Stage 2
- TS 03.38 GSM SMS Data Coding Scheme Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.32?
3GPP TS 03.32 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Geographical Area Description (GAD) for GSM. Defines a universal geographical area description for GSM services. Specifies shapes, coordinate system, and message formats for area-based service requests.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.32?
TS 03.32 is published in 4 releases, from R96 to R99. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 1100 (R99).
What category does TS 03.32 belong to?
TS 03.32 belongs to the Services (Location Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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