TS 29.116 – REST-based protocol for xMB reference point
3GPP TS 29.116 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for REST-based protocol for xMB reference point. It is published in 6 releases (Rel-14 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Defines REST API for xMB interface between Content Provider and BM-SC for MBMS service and session management.
Releases and versions of TS 29.116
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-19 | 19.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-16 | 16.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-15 | 15.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 29.116
Category: Services (MBMS). 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 29.116
- TS 26.234 3GPP PSS Protocols and Codecs Specification
- TS 26.247 Transparent End-to-End Packet-switched Streaming
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 29.061 Packet Domain Interworking Requirements
- TS 26.347 MBMS Transport Protocol and API (TRAPI)
- TS 23.285 V2X Architecture Enhancements for LTE
- TS 33.246 MBMS Security Specification
- TS 24.116 Stage 3 for Broadcast TV Service Architecture
- TS 23.246 MBMS Bearer Service Stage 2 Description
- TS 26.348 xMB Interface Specification
- TS 23.280 Common Functional Architecture for Mission Critical Services
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
Specifications that reference TS 29.116
- TS 29.122 T8 SCEF Service Exposure APIs
- TS 23.282 Mission Critical Data Functional Architecture
- TS 26.347 MBMS Transport Protocol and API (TRAPI)
- TS 23.286 V2X Application Enabler Architecture
- TR 23.757 5G MBS Architectural Enhancements Study
- TR 26.917 TV Service Enhancements over 3GPP
- TS 29.486 V2X Application Enabler (VAE) Protocol; Stage 3
Other specifications in the 29 series
- TS 29.078 CAMEL Phase 4 CAP Specification
- TS 29.079 Optimal Media Routeing (OMR) Procedures
- TS 29.108 RANAP on E-interface for 3G MSC Relocation
- TS 29.109 GAA Bootstrapping Interfaces (Zh, Dz, Zn, Zpn)
- TS 29.118 MME-VLR Interface for CS Fallback & SMS
- TS 29.119 GTP for GLR in 3GPP Networks
- TS 29.120 GLR MAP signalling requirements & procedures
- TS 29.122 T8 SCEF Service Exposure APIs
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 29.116?
3GPP TS 29.116 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for REST-based protocol for xMB reference point. Defines REST API for xMB interface between Content Provider and BM-SC for MBMS service and session management.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 29.116?
TS 29.116 is published in 6 releases, from Rel-14 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 29.116 belong to?
TS 29.116 belongs to the Services (MBMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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