TR 36.976 – LTE-based 5G Terrestrial Broadcast Overview
3GPP TR 36.976 is the 3GPP Technical Report for LTE-based 5G Terrestrial Broadcast Overview. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-16 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies LTE-based 5G terrestrial broadcast for free-to-air TV, covering MBMS-dedicated cells, ROM devices, and FeMBMS enhancements.
Releases and versions of TR 36.976
| 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) |
Scope of TR 36.976
Category: Radio Access (Broadcast/Multicast). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: RAN.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TR 36.976
- TR 38.913 Next Gen Access Tech Scenarios & Requirements
- TS 36.440 E-UTRAN MBMS Architecture Description
- TS 24.117 TV Service Configuration Management Object
- TS 36.213 LTE Physical Layer Procedures
- TS 36.304 LTE UE Idle Mode Procedures
- TS 36.133 LTE Radio Resource Management Requirements
- TS 36.321 E-UTRA MAC Protocol Specification
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 22.101 Service Principles for PLMNs
- TS 36.300 E-UTRAN Radio Interface Protocol Architecture
- TS 23.246 MBMS Bearer Service Stage 2 Description
- TS 26.346 MBMS User Services Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TR 36.976?
3GPP TR 36.976 is the 3GPP Technical Report for LTE-based 5G Terrestrial Broadcast Overview. Specifies LTE-based 5G terrestrial broadcast for free-to-air TV, covering MBMS-dedicated cells, ROM devices, and FeMBMS enhancements.
Which 3GPP releases include TR 36.976?
TR 36.976 is published in 4 releases, from Rel-16 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TR 36.976 belong to?
TR 36.976 belongs to the Radio Access (Broadcast/Multicast) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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