TS 06.31 – DTX operation for GSM speech channels
3GPP TS 06.31 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for DTX operation for GSM speech channels. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.1 in R98.
Defines Discontinuous Transmission (DTX) for GSM full rate speech, enabling power saving and interference reduction by muting during speech pauses.
Releases and versions of TS 06.31
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.0.5 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 06.31
Category: Services (Voice Services). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: UE.
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 06 series
- TS 06.12 GSM Comfort Noise for DTX
- TS 06.20 GSM Half Rate Speech Codec Specification
- TS 06.21 Frame Substitution and Muting for Half Rate Speech
- TS 06.22 Half Rate Speech DTX Comfort Noise
- TS 06.32 Voice Activity Detector for DTX
- TS 06.41 Half Rate Speech DTX Operation Specification
- TS 06.42 Voice Activity Detector for DTX
- TS 06.51 Enhanced Full Rate Speech Processing Introduction
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 06.31?
3GPP TS 06.31 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for DTX operation for GSM speech channels. Defines Discontinuous Transmission (DTX) for GSM full rate speech, enabling power saving and interference reduction by muting during speech pauses.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 06.31?
TS 06.31 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.1 (R98).
What category does TS 06.31 belong to?
TS 06.31 belongs to the Services (Voice Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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