TS 38.101-5 – NR UE Satellite Access RF Requirements
3GPP TS 38.101-5 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NR UE Satellite Access RF Requirements. Its official 3GPP title is “User Equipment (UE) radio transmission and reception”. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.1.0 in Rel-20.
Defines minimum RF and performance requirements for 5G NR UEs supporting satellite access, including NTN VSAT transmission, reception, emissions, and measurement conditions.
Releases and versions of TS 38.101-5
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.1.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.15.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.16.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 38.101-5
Category: Radio Access (RF and Performance). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: UE.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 38 series
- TS 38.101-1 NR UE RF Requirements (FR1)
- TS 38.101-2 NR FR2 UE RF Requirements
- TS 38.101-3 NR UE Radio Transmission and Reception
- TS 38.101-4 NR UE Radio Transmission and Reception Part 4: Performance
- TS 38.104 NR Base Station RF Requirements
- TS 38.106 NR Repeaters: RF Requirements (TS 38.106)
- TS 38.108 NR NTN SAN RF Requirements
- TS 38.113 BS Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 38.101-5?
3GPP TS 38.101-5 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NR UE Satellite Access RF Requirements. Defines minimum RF and performance requirements for 5G NR UEs supporting satellite access, including NTN VSAT transmission, reception, emissions, and measurement conditions.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 38.101-5?
TS 38.101-5 is published in 4 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.1.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 38.101-5 belong to?
TS 38.101-5 belongs to the Radio Access (RF and Performance) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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