TS 22.042 – Network Identity and Timezone (NITZ)
3GPP TS 22.042 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Network Identity and Timezone (NITZ). It is published in 17 releases (R99 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Enables PLMNs to send network identity, time, timezone, and DST info to mobile stations for accurate display and timekeeping, enhancing roaming.
Releases and versions of TS 22.042
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-7 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-6 | 6.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-5 | 5.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-4 | 4.2.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| R99 | 3.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 22.042
Primary function: Feature Definition and Procedures. Category: Services (Supplementary Services). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Basic. Implementation difficulty: Low.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 22.042
Specifications that reference TS 22.042
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TS 23.401 Evolved Packet System Architecture
- TS 26.114 IMS Multimedia Telephony Client
- TS 22.101 Service Principles for PLMNs
- TS 29.272 MME and SGSN Diameter interfaces to HSS/CSS/EIR
- TS 31.111 USIM Application Toolkit (USAT) Specification
- TS 23.251 Network Sharing Stage 2 Specification
Other specifications in the 22 series
- TS 22.032 Immediate Service Termination (IST) Service
- TS 22.034 High Speed Circuit Switched Data (HSCSD) Stage 1
- TS 22.038 USIM Application Toolkit (USAT) Stage 1
- TS 22.041 Operator Determined Barring (ODB)
- TS 22.043 Localised Service Area Support
- TS 22.048 Security Mechanisms for SIM Toolkit
- TS 22.053 Tandem Free Operation (TFO) Stage 1
- TS 22.057 Mobile Execution Environment (MExE) Stage 1
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 22.042?
3GPP TS 22.042 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Network Identity and Timezone (NITZ). Enables PLMNs to send network identity, time, timezone, and DST info to mobile stations for accurate display and timekeeping, enhancing roaming.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 22.042?
TS 22.042 is published in 17 releases, from R99 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What does TS 22.042 specify?
Feature Definition and Procedures.
What category does TS 22.042 belong to?
TS 22.042 belongs to the Services (Supplementary Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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