TS 22.246 – MBMS User Services Specification
3GPP TS 22.246 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for MBMS User Services Specification. Its official 3GPP title is “Multimedia Broadcast/Multicast Service (MBMS) user services”. It is published in 15 releases (Rel-2 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines MBMS User Services using MBMS transport capabilities, covering service scenarios, requirements, QoS, charging, and security aspects.
Releases and versions of TS 22.246
| 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 | 8.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-7 | 7.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-6 | 6.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-2 | 1200 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 22.246
Category: Services (Broadcast/Multicast). Technology generation: 3G. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 22.246
Specifications that reference TS 22.246
- TS 22.261 5G System Service Requirements
- TS 26.346 MBMS User Services Specification
- TS 23.246 MBMS Bearer Service Stage 2 Description
- TS 23.247 5G Multicast and Broadcast Services
- TS 22.220 Home NodeB/Home eNodeB Service Requirements
- TS 33.246 MBMS Security Specification
- TS 25.346 MBMS in UTRA Technical Specification
- TS 22.146 MBMS Stage 1 Description
- TS 26.347 MBMS Transport Protocol and API (TRAPI)
- TS 32.273 MBMS Charging Management
- TS 26.237 IMS for PSS and MBMS Control
- TR 26.946 MBMS User Services Overview
Other specifications in the 22 series
- TS 22.234 3GPP-WLAN Interworking Index Specification
- TS 22.240 3GPP Generic User Profile Requirements
- TS 22.242 DRM Service Requirements
- TS 22.243 Speech Recognition Framework for Automated Voice Services
- TS 22.250 IMS Group Management Requirements
- TS 22.258 All-IP Network Service Requirements
- TS 22.259 Personal Network Management Requirements
- TS 22.261 5G System Service Requirements
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 22.246?
3GPP TS 22.246 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for MBMS User Services Specification. Defines MBMS User Services using MBMS transport capabilities, covering service scenarios, requirements, QoS, charging, and security aspects.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 22.246?
TS 22.246 is published in 15 releases, from Rel-2 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 22.246 belong to?
TS 22.246 belongs to the Services (Broadcast/Multicast) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 3G networks.
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