TS 08.54 – BSC-BTS Physical Layer Specification
3GPP TS 08.54 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for BSC-BTS Physical Layer Specification. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.0.0 in R98.
Defines physical layer structure for BSC-BTS interface supporting traffic and control channels at 2048 kbit/s or 64 kbit/s rates.
Releases and versions of TS 08.54
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 08.54
Category: Radio Access (Physical Layer). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: RAN.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 08 series
- TS 08.20 Rate Adaptation Functions for GSM PLMN
- TS 08.31 SMLCPP Protocol for SMLC Communication
- TS 08.51 BSC-BTS Interface General Aspects
- TS 08.52 A-bis Interface Between BSC and BTS
- TS 08.56 LAPD Protocol for A-bis Interface Signalling
- TS 08.58 A-bis Interface Layer 3 Procedures
- TS 08.60 Abis Interface Frame Structure and Control
- TS 08.61 BTS-TRAU Protocol for Half Rate Channels
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 08.54?
3GPP TS 08.54 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for BSC-BTS Physical Layer Specification. Defines physical layer structure for BSC-BTS interface supporting traffic and control channels at 2048 kbit/s or 64 kbit/s rates.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 08.54?
TS 08.54 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.0.0 (R98).
What category does TS 08.54 belong to?
TS 08.54 belongs to the Radio Access (Physical Layer) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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