TS 36.440 – E-UTRAN MBMS Architecture Description
3GPP TS 36.440 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for E-UTRAN MBMS Architecture Description. It is published in 11 releases (Rel-9 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Describes overall architecture and interfaces (M1, M2, M3) for MBMS in LTE E-UTRAN, including functions and protocols.
Releases and versions of TS 36.440
| 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 | 11.2.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.1.1 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 36.440
Category: Radio Access (MBMS). Technology generation: 4G. Network layer: RAN.
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 36.440
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 36.441 MBMS Layer 1 Specifications for E-UTRAN
- TS 36.442 Signalling transport for M2 and M3 interfaces
- TS 36.443 M2 Application Protocol (M2AP) for E-UTRAN
- TS 36.444 M3AP Protocol Specification for M3 Interface
- TS 36.445 M1 interface user plane protocol for MBMS
- TS 25.446 MBMS Synchronisation Protocol (SYNC)
- TS 23.246 MBMS Bearer Service Stage 2 Description
- TS 36.300 E-UTRAN Radio Interface Protocol Architecture
Specifications that reference TS 36.440
Other specifications in the 36 series
- TS 36.422 X2 Signalling Transport Specification
- TS 36.423 X2 Application Protocol (X2AP) Specification
- TS 36.424 X2 Interface User Plane Transport Protocols
- TS 36.425 X2 User Plane Protocol for Dual Connectivity
- TS 36.441 MBMS Layer 1 Specifications for E-UTRAN
- TS 36.442 Signalling transport for M2 and M3 interfaces
- TS 36.443 M2 Application Protocol (M2AP) for E-UTRAN
- TS 36.444 M3AP Protocol Specification for M3 Interface
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 36.440?
3GPP TS 36.440 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for E-UTRAN MBMS Architecture Description. Describes overall architecture and interfaces (M1, M2, M3) for MBMS in LTE E-UTRAN, including functions and protocols.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 36.440?
TS 36.440 is published in 11 releases, from Rel-9 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 36.440 belong to?
TS 36.440 belongs to the Radio Access (MBMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 4G networks.
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