TS 03.39 – SMSC to SME Interface Specifications
3GPP TS 03.39 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMSC to SME Interface Specifications. It is published in 3 releases (R96 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
This specification documents various proprietary interfaces for connecting Short Message Service Centers to Short Message Entities, providing developers with multiple protocol options.
Releases and versions of TS 03.39
| 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) |
Scope of TS 03.39
Category: Services (Messaging). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 03 series
- 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
- TS 03.40 Point-to-Point Short Message Service (SMS)
- TS 03.41 Cell Broadcast Service (CBS) Technical Specification
- TS 03.42 Data Compression for SMS Messages
- TS 03.43 Videotex Service Support in GSM PLMN
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.39?
3GPP TS 03.39 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMSC to SME Interface Specifications. This specification documents various proprietary interfaces for connecting Short Message Service Centers to Short Message Entities, providing developers with multiple protocol options.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.39?
TS 03.39 is published in 3 releases, from R96 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.39 belong to?
TS 03.39 belongs to the Services (Messaging) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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