TS 51.021 – RF test methods and conformance requirements for GSM BSS
3GPP TS 51.021 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for RF test methods and conformance requirements for GSM BSS. It is published in 12 releases (Rel-8 to Rel-19); the latest version is 19.0.0 in Rel-19.
Specifies RF test methods and conformance requirements for GSM base stations across multiple frequency bands and BSS types.
Releases and versions of TS 51.021
| 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 | 14.8.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-13 | 13.9.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-12 | 12.3.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 11.4.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-10 | 10.7.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-9 | 9.10.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-8 | 8.13.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TS 51.021
Category: Testing (RF Testing). Technology generation: 2G. Network layer: RAN.
Who should read this specification?
- Device manufacturers
- Network operators
- Regulators and standards bodies
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Advanced. Implementation difficulty: High.
Key technologies
Specifications referenced by TS 51.021
- TS 45.001 GSM Physical Layer Introduction
- TS 45.002 GSM/EDGE Radio Physical Layer Specification
- TR 21.905 3GPP Terminology and Definitions
- 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
Specifications that reference TS 51.021
- TS 44.060 GERAN RLC/MAC Protocol Specification
- TS 37.141 RF Test Methods and Conformance for Multi-Standard Radio Base Stations
- TS 37.113 EMC Requirements for Multi-Standard Radio Base Stations
- TR 37.900 Multi-Standard Radio (MSR) Base Station Requirements
- TS 51.026 GSM Repeater RF Testing Specification
Other specifications in the 51 series
- TS 51.010-4 Mobile Station (MS) conformance specification
- TS 51.010-5 Inter-RAT GERAN to UTRAN ATS
- TS 51.010-7 Assisted GPS/GNSS Test Data Specification
- TS 51.013 SIM API for Java Card Test Specification
- TS 51.026 GSM Repeater RF Testing Specification
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TS 51.021?
3GPP TS 51.021 is the 3GPP Technical Specification for RF test methods and conformance requirements for GSM BSS. Specifies RF test methods and conformance requirements for GSM base stations across multiple frequency bands and BSS types.
Which 3GPP releases include TS 51.021?
TS 51.021 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 51.021 belong to?
TS 51.021 belongs to the Testing (RF Testing) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to 2G networks.
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