TS 27.005 – SMS Control Protocols for GSM/UMTS
3GPP TS 27.005 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMS Control Protocols for GSM/UMTS. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines three interface protocols (Block, Text, PDU modes) for remote SMS control over an asynchronous interface in GSM/UMTS.
Releases and versions of TS 27.005
| 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 | 9.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.0.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 27.005
Category: Services (SMS). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: UE.
Who should read this specification?
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications that reference TS 27.005
- TS 23.040 SMS Technical Realization for GSM/UMTS/EPS/5GS
- TS 23.038 Character Sets, Languages and Message Handling Requirements for SMS, CBS and USSD
- TS 27.007 AT Command Interface for Mobile Terminals
- TS 34.109 UE Conformance Test Functions for UMTS
- TS 27.010 Multiplexing Protocol for UE-TE Interface
- TS 29.311 Service Level Interworking for Messaging
Other specifications in the 27 series
- TS 27.001 Terminal Adaptation Functions for PLMN
- TS 27.002 Terminal Adaptation Functions for Asynchronous Services
- TS 27.003 Terminal Adaptation Functions (TAF) for Synchronous Services
- TS 27.007 AT Command Interface for Mobile Terminals
- TS 27.010 Multiplexing Protocol for UE-TE Interface
- TS 27.060 TE-MT Interworking for Packet Domain
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 27.005?
3GPP TS 27.005 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for SMS Control Protocols for GSM/UMTS. Defines three interface protocols (Block, Text, PDU modes) for remote SMS control over an asynchronous interface in GSM/UMTS.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 27.005?
TS 27.005 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 27.005 belong to?
TS 27.005 belongs to the Services (SMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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