TS 08.58 – A-bis Interface Layer 3 Procedures
3GPP TS 08.58 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for A-bis Interface Layer 3 Procedures. It is published in 4 releases (Ph2 to R98); the latest version is 7.4.1 in R98.
Defines layer 3 protocols and traffic management procedures for BSC-BTS interface, including radio link management, channel activation, and LCS support.
Releases and versions of TS 08.58
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| R98 | 7.4.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R97 | 6.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R96 | 5.10.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Ph2 | 4.9.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 08.58
Category: Radio Access (Physical Layer). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: RAN.
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 08 series
- TS 08.51 BSC-BTS Interface General Aspects
- TS 08.52 A-bis Interface Between BSC and BTS
- TS 08.54 BSC-BTS Physical Layer Specification
- TS 08.56 LAPD Protocol for A-bis Interface Signalling
- TS 08.60 Abis Interface Frame Structure and Control
- TS 08.61 BTS-TRAU Protocol for Half Rate Channels
- TS 08.62 TFO Inband Signalling Protocol
- TS 08.71 SMLC-BSS Interface Layer 3 for Location Services
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 08.58?
3GPP TS 08.58 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for A-bis Interface Layer 3 Procedures. Defines layer 3 protocols and traffic management procedures for BSC-BTS interface, including radio link management, channel activation, and LCS support.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 08.58?
TS 08.58 is published in 4 releases, from Ph2 to R98. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 7.4.1 (R98).
What category does TS 08.58 belong to?
TS 08.58 belongs to the Radio Access (Physical Layer) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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