TS 24.629 – Explicit Communication Transfer (ECT) Protocol
3GPP TS 24.629 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Explicit Communication Transfer (ECT) Protocol. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies SIP-based protocol for transferring active communications to third parties in IMS networks, supporting blind, assured, and consultative transfers.
Releases and versions of TS 24.629
| 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 | 13.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 24.629
Category: Services (IMS). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 24.629
Specifications that reference TS 24.629
- TS 23.237 IMS Service Continuity (ISC) Stage 2
- TS 24.604 Communications Diversion (CDIV) Protocol Spec
- TS 27.007 AT Command Interface for Mobile Terminals
- TS 24.173 Multimedia Telephony Service and Supplementary Services in IMS
- TS 24.237 IMS Service Continuity Protocol Details
- TS 24.292 IMS Centralized Services (ICS) Protocol
- TS 24.174 Multi-Device & Multi-Identity in IMS Protocol
- TS 29.292 IMS Centralized Services (ICS) Interworking
- TS 32.275 MMTel Charging Specification
- TS 24.186 IMS Data Channel and AR Communication
- TS 34.229 IP Multimedia Call Control Protocol over SIP and SDP
- TS 29.235 SIP-I CS Core Network Interworking
Other specifications in the 24 series
- TS 24.615 Communication Waiting (CW) Service Protocol
- TS 24.616 Malicious Call Identification (MCID) Protocol
- TS 24.623 XCAP Protocol for Supplementary Services
- TS 24.628 Common Basic Communication Procedures in IMS
- TS 24.642 CCBS/CCNR/CCNL SIP Protocol Specification
- TS 24.647 Advice of Charge (AOC) service protocol
- TS 24.654 Closed User Group (CUG) supplementary service
- TR 24.801 CT1 SAE NAS Aspects for EPC
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 24.629?
3GPP TS 24.629 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for Explicit Communication Transfer (ECT) Protocol. Specifies SIP-based protocol for transferring active communications to third parties in IMS networks, supporting blind, assured, and consultative transfers.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 24.629?
TS 24.629 is published in 12 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 24.629 belong to?
TS 24.629 belongs to the Services (IMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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