TS 42.056 – GSM Cordless Telephony System (CTS)
3GPP TS 42.056 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM Cordless Telephony System (CTS). It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies GSM-based cordless system for residential use, enabling GSM phones to connect via fixed networks with minimal hardware changes.
Releases and versions of TS 42.056
| 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 | 11.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 42.056
Category: Services (Cordless Telephony). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: Services.
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 TS 42.056
Other specifications in the 42 series
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 42.056?
3GPP TS 42.056 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GSM Cordless Telephony System (CTS). Specifies GSM-based cordless system for residential use, enabling GSM phones to connect via fixed networks with minimal hardware changes.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 42.056?
TS 42.056 is published in 12 releases, from Rel-8 to Rel-19. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 19.0.0 (Rel-19).
What category does TS 42.056 belong to?
TS 42.056 belongs to the Services (Cordless Telephony) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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