TS 43.064 – GPRS Radio Interface Lower-Layer Functions
3GPP TS 43.064 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GPRS Radio Interface Lower-Layer Functions. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Describes lower-layer functions (RLC, MAC, Physical Link) for GPRS/EGPRS radio interface (Um), including services, functional groups, and operation models.
Releases and versions of TS 43.064
| 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 | 15.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-14 | 14.6.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.2.0 | 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 | 8.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 43.064
Category: Radio Access (Radio Interface Protocols). Technology generation: 2G. 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 43.064
- TS 45.001 GSM Physical Layer Introduction
- TS 45.002 GSM/EDGE Radio Physical Layer Specification
- TS 45.003 Channel Coding and Multiplexing for GSM/EDGE
- TS 45.004 GSM/EDGE Modulation Specification
- TS 45.005 GSM RF Requirements for MS and BSS
- TS 45.008 GSM Radio Link Control Specification
- TS 45.010 GSM Radio Subsystem Synchronization Requirements
- TS 43.246 MBMS in GERAN Stage 2 Specification
- TS 23.682 Architecture for MTC and SCEF Enhancements
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- TS 43.020 Security Procedures for GSM
Specifications that reference TS 43.064
- TS 24.008 NAS Call, Mobility and Session Procedures
- TS 23.060 GPRS Stage 2 Service Description
- TS 44.018 GSM Radio Resource Management Procedures
- TS 48.018 BSS-SGSN Interface for GPRS Control
- TS 44.060 GERAN RLC/MAC Protocol Specification
- TS 43.059 GERAN LCS Stage 2 Specification
- TS 43.129 PS Handover in GERAN A/Gb and GAN Modes
- TS 44.064 GPRS Logical Link Control (LLC) Protocol
- TS 44.014 GSM MS Conformance Testing Functions
- TS 29.016 Gs Interface: Signalling Transport Specification
Other specifications in the 43 series
- TS 43.052 GSM Cordless Telephony System (CTS) Radio Interface
- TS 43.055 Dual Transfer Mode (DTM) for GSM/GPRS
- TS 43.058 Handsfree MS Transmission Quality Guidelines
- TS 43.059 GERAN LCS Stage 2 Specification
- TS 43.068 Voice Group Call Service (VGCS) Stage 2
- TS 43.069 Voice Broadcast Service (VBS) Stage 2
- TS 43.073 SoLSA (Support of Localised Service Area) - Stage 2
- TS 43.129 PS Handover in GERAN A/Gb and GAN Modes
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 43.064?
3GPP TS 43.064 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for GPRS Radio Interface Lower-Layer Functions. Describes lower-layer functions (RLC, MAC, Physical Link) for GPRS/EGPRS radio interface (Um), including services, functional groups, and operation models.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 43.064?
TS 43.064 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 43.064 belong to?
TS 43.064 belongs to the Radio Access (Radio Interface Protocols) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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