TS 38.108 – NR NTN SAN RF Requirements
3GPP TS 38.108 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NR NTN SAN RF Requirements. Its official 3GPP title is “Satellite Access Node radio transmission and reception”. It is published in 4 releases (Rel-17 to Rel-20); the latest version is 20.0.0 in Rel-20.
Defines minimum RF characteristics and performance requirements for NR and NB-IoT NTN operation in satellite access nodes, including OTA transmission, reception, emissions, and sensitivity.
Releases and versions of TS 38.108
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-20 | 20.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-19 | 19.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-18 | 18.10.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-17 | 17.13.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 38.108
Category: Radio Access (RF and Performance Requirements). Technology generation: 5G. Network layer: RAN.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Regulators and standards bodies
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Expert. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 38.108
- TS 38.212 NR Multiplexing and Channel Coding
- TS 38.101 UE Radio Transmission and Reception
- TR 38.901 5G NR Channel Model
- TR 38.811 Study on NR Support for Non-Terrestrial Networks
- TS 36.108 Satellite Access Node RF Requirements
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 38.181 NR Satellite Access Node RF Conformance Testing
- TS 38.211 NR Physical Channels and Signals
- TS 38.331 NR Radio Resource Control (RRC)
- TS 38.213 NR Physical Layer Control Procedures
Specifications that reference TS 38.108
- TS 38.101 UE Radio Transmission and Reception
- TS 38.211 NR Physical Channels and Signals
- TS 38.215 NR Physical Layer Measurements
- TS 38.521 UE Conformance Specification
- TS 36.108 Satellite Access Node RF Requirements
- TS 38.181 NR Satellite Access Node RF Conformance Testing
- TS 38.741 NR NTN L-/S-Band Requirements
- TR 37.911 3GPP 5G NTN Self-Evaluation Report
- TR 38.863 NR NTN RF Coexistence Requirements
Other specifications in the 38 series
- TS 38.101-4 NR UE Radio Transmission and Reception Part 4: Performance
- TS 38.101-5 NR UE Satellite Access RF Requirements
- TS 38.104 NR Base Station RF Requirements
- TS 38.106 NR Repeaters: RF Requirements (TS 38.106)
- TS 38.113 BS Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
- TS 38.114 EMC Requirements for NR Repeaters and NCR
- TS 38.115 Repeater Conformance Testing Part 1: Conducted
- TS 38.115-1 NR Repeater Conducted Conformance Testing
Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 38.108?
3GPP TS 38.108 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for NR NTN SAN RF Requirements. Defines minimum RF characteristics and performance requirements for NR and NB-IoT NTN operation in satellite access nodes, including OTA transmission, reception, emissions, and sensitivity.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 38.108?
TS 38.108 is published in 4 releases, from Rel-17 to Rel-20. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 20.0.0 (Rel-20).
What category does TS 38.108 belong to?
TS 38.108 belongs to the Radio Access (RF and Performance Requirements) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 5G networks.
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