TS 23.202 – CS Bearer Services Architecture in UMTS
3GPP TS 23.202 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for CS Bearer Services Architecture in UMTS. Its official 3GPP title is “Circuit switched data bearer services”. It is published in 14 releases (Rel-6 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Architecture overview for Circuit Switched Bearer Services in 3G UMTS networks operating in UTRAN/GERAN Iu mode, including handover considerations.
Releases and versions of TS 23.202
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | 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 | 10.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-7 | 7.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-6 | 6.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 23.202
Category: Services (Bearer Services). 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 23.202
- TS 23.107 UMTS QoS Framework
- TS 24.022 Radio Link Protocol (RLP) for Circuit Switched Data
- TS 25.322 RLC Protocol Specification
- TS 25.415 Iu Interface User Plane Protocol
- TS 27.001 Terminal Adaptation Functions for PLMN
- TS 29.007 PLMN-PSTN/ISDN Interworking Requirements
- TS 44.021 GSM Rate Adaptation Functions for Mobile Stations
- TS 48.020 PLMN Rate Adaptation Functions
- TS 22.001 Circuit Telecommunication Services in PLMN
- TS 43.051 GERAN Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 43.010 PLMN Connection Types and Network Capabilities
- TS 29.415 Nb User Plane Protocol Specification
Specifications that reference TS 23.202
Other specifications in the 23 series
- TS 23.179 MCPTT Functional Architecture
- TS 23.180 Mission Critical Services in IOPS Mode
- TS 23.195 Provision of UE Specific Behaviour Information
- TS 23.198 Open Service Access (OSA) Stage 2
- TS 23.203 Policy and Charging Control Architecture
- TS 23.204 SMS over generic IP access; Stage 2
- TS 23.205 Bearer Independent CS Core Network Stage 2
- TS 23.206 Voice Call Continuity (VCC) Functional Architecture
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 23.202?
3GPP TS 23.202 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for CS Bearer Services Architecture in UMTS. Architecture overview for Circuit Switched Bearer Services in 3G UMTS networks operating in UTRAN/GERAN Iu mode, including handover considerations.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 23.202?
TS 23.202 is published in 14 releases, from Rel-6 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 23.202 belong to?
TS 23.202 belongs to the Services (Bearer Services) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 3G networks.
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