TS 04.06 – LAPDm Protocol for GSM MS-BS Interface
3GPP TS 04.06 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for LAPDm Protocol for GSM MS-BS Interface. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.2.1 in R98.
Defines Link Access Procedure on Dm channel for GSM signalling between mobile station and base station, supporting both acknowledged and unacknowledged modes.
Releases and versions of TS 04.06
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.2.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.2.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.4.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 04.06
Category: Radio Access (Physical Layer). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: RAN.
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 04 series
- TS 04.02 GSM PLMN Access Reference Configuration
- TS 04.03 Channel Types and Configurations for Radio Interface
- TS 04.04 Physical Layer Service Definition
- TS 04.05 Link Access Procedures on Dm channel
- TS 04.07 Layer 3 Architecture for GSM Um Interface
- TS 04.08 GSM Call Control and Mobility Management
- TS 04.10 Supplementary Services Layer 3 Procedures
- TS 04.11 SMS Support Procedures for GSM and GPRS
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 04.06?
3GPP TS 04.06 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for LAPDm Protocol for GSM MS-BS Interface. Defines Link Access Procedure on Dm channel for GSM signalling between mobile station and base station, supporting both acknowledged and unacknowledged modes.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 04.06?
TS 04.06 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.2.1 (R98).
What category does TS 04.06 belong to?
TS 04.06 belongs to the Radio Access (Physical Layer) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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