TS 03.68 – Voice Group Call Service Stage 2
3GPP TS 03.68 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Voice Group Call Service Stage 2. It is published in 3 releases (R96 to R98); the latest version is 7.3.0 in R98.
Defines stage 2 specifications for Voice Group Call Service (VGCS) enabling half-duplex group conversations with predefined subscribers in cellular networks.
Releases and versions of TS 03.68
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 03.68
Category: Services (Voice Services). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: Services.
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 03.63 Packet Data on Signalling Channels Service
- TS 03.64 GPRS Radio Interface Layer 2/3 Description
- TS 03.66 Mobile Number Portability Technical Realisation
- TS 03.67 Enhanced Multi-Level Precedence Service
- TS 03.69 Voice Broadcast Service Stage 2 Specification
- TS 03.70 Interworking between PLMN and PDN
- TS 03.71 Location Services (LCS) Stage 2 Specification
- TS 03.72 Call Deflection Supplementary Service Stage 2
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 03.68?
3GPP TS 03.68 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Voice Group Call Service Stage 2. Defines stage 2 specifications for Voice Group Call Service (VGCS) enabling half-duplex group conversations with predefined subscribers in cellular networks.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 03.68?
TS 03.68 is published in 3 releases, from R96 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.3.0 (R98).
What category does TS 03.68 belong to?
TS 03.68 belongs to the Services (Voice Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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