TS 03.50 – GSM PLMN Speech Transmission Planning
3GPP TS 03.50 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM PLMN Speech Transmission Planning. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.1.1 in R98.
Defines transmission planning aspects for speech service in GSM PLMN, addressing quality requirements and network configurations for interworking with PSTN.
Releases and versions of TS 03.50
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.1.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.2.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.6.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.50
Category: Core Network (Transmission Planning). 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 03.46 GSM Facsimile Group 3 Service Procedures
- TS 03.47 Short Message Relay Protocol Specification
- TS 03.48 Secured Packets Structure for SIM Management
- TS 03.49 Cell Broadcast Centre BSC Interface Protocol
- 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
- TS 03.56 GSM Cordless Telephony System Stage 2
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.50?
3GPP TS 03.50 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM PLMN Speech Transmission Planning. Defines transmission planning aspects for speech service in GSM PLMN, addressing quality requirements and network configurations for interworking with PSTN.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.50?
TS 03.50 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.1.1 (R98).
What category does TS 03.50 belong to?
TS 03.50 belongs to the Core Network (Transmission Planning) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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