TS 03.49 – Cell Broadcast Centre BSC Interface Protocol
3GPP TS 03.49 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Cell Broadcast Centre BSC Interface Protocol. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
Defines protocol stacks for Cell Broadcast Centre to Base Station Controller communication using OSI or SS7 approaches for SMS Cell Broadcast services.
Releases and versions of TS 03.49
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.49
Category: Services (Messaging). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: CoreNetwork.
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 03.45 GSM Group 3 Facsimile Service Procedures
- TS 03.46 GSM Facsimile Group 3 Service Procedures
- TS 03.47 Short Message Relay Protocol Specification
- TS 03.48 Secured Packets Structure for SIM Management
- TS 03.50 GSM PLMN Speech Transmission Planning
- TS 03.52 GSM Cordless Telephony System Radio Interface
- TS 03.53 Tandem Free Operation (TFO) Service Description
- TS 03.54 Shared Interworking Function (SIWF) for GSM Data Services
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.49?
3GPP TS 03.49 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Cell Broadcast Centre BSC Interface Protocol. Defines protocol stacks for Cell Broadcast Centre to Base Station Controller communication using OSI or SS7 approaches for SMS Cell Broadcast services.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.49?
TS 03.49 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.49 belong to?
TS 03.49 belongs to the Services (Messaging) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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