SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003

• Abstract:

  Release 99 CRs at SMG#30bis

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2003
• ICS: 33.070.50 - Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM)
• Technical Committee: SS EIT - Technical Board for the electrotechnical, information technology and telecommunications fields
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Dec-2003
• Due Date: 01-Dec-2003
• Completion Date: 01-Dec-2003
• Ref Project: ETSI EN 300 959 V8.1.2 (2001-02) - Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+) (GSM); Modulation (GSM 05.04 version 8.1.2 Release 1999)

Overview

SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003 specifies the modulation schemes used within the digital cellular telecommunications system known as GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication), particularly for GSM Phase 2+ (Release 1999). As an adoption of the European Standard EN 300 959 by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this document outlines requirements for both GMSK and 8PSK modulation formats, ensuring interoperability and performance consistency across GSM networks. The standard supports mobile communication improvements and is aligned with ongoing developments in the GSM technical specifications, providing a basis for equipment manufacturers, operators, and network deployment.

Key Topics

• GMSK Modulation Format
  Outlines the Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying (GMSK) method, widely used for GSM radio transmissions, supporting a robust and spectrally efficient method of data modulation.

• 8PSK Modulation Format
  Details the 8 Phase Shift Keying (8PSK) methodology, introduced for enhanced data rates in later GSM releases, such as EDGE (Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution).

• Symbol Rate and Mapping
  Defines the modulation symbol rates and the mapping between bit groups and modulation symbols, critical for proper encoding and decoding of digital information over the radio interface.

• Burst Structure and Tail/Dummy Bits
  Specifies the management of start and stop sequences within timeslots, including the use of tail and dummy bits, ensuring correct signal burst framing for reliable mobile communication.

• Pulse Shaping and Filtering
  Gives guidelines for pulse shaping filters for minimizing spectral leakage and interference, aiding compliance with radio transmission standards.

• Reference to Physical Layer Protocols
  Linked to other GSM physical layer protocols by cross-referencing key standards, such as GSM 05.01 (physical layer general description) and GSM 05.05 (radio transmission and reception).

Applications

• Mobile Network Infrastructure
  Critical for base station and mobile device manufacturers implementing compatible GSM radio modules, ensuring seamless global communication and device roaming.

• Telecommunications Testing
  Used by network operators and test equipment vendors to verify modulation conformity, facilitate troubleshooting, and improve quality of service in GSM networks.

• Network Upgrades and Expansion
  Assists operators in upgrading existing GSM infrastructure to support higher data rates through 8PSK modulation, enabling value-added services and broader device compatibility.

• Global Roaming and Interoperability
  Enforces a standardized approach, allowing devices from different vendors and regions to interoperate across GSM networks worldwide.

Related Standards

• EN 300 959
  The European base document for GSM modulation schemes, functionally identical to SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003.

• GSM 05.01
  "Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+); Physical layer on the radio path - General description." Defines physical layer operations.

• GSM 05.02
  Specifies multiplexing and multiple access methods over the GSM radio interface.

• GSM 05.05
  Sets requirements for radio transmission and reception, including tolerances for output spectral purity and filter characteristics.

• GSM 01.04
  Provides abbreviations and acronyms used across the GSM family of technical standards.

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By adhering to SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003, stakeholders in the global GSM ecosystem ensure reliable, secure, and high-quality mobile communications. This standard is foundational for regulatory compliance, network evolution, and the delivery of modern 2G and 2.5G services.

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+) (GSM); Modulation (GSM 05.04 version 8.1.2 Release 1999)33.070.50Globalni sistem za mobilno telekomunikacijo (GSM)Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM)ICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 300 959 Version 8.1.2SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003en01-december-2003SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003SLOVENSKI
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ETSIEN300959V8.1.2(2001-02)EuropeanStandard(Telecommunicationsseries)Digitalcellulartelecommunicationssystem(Phase2+);Modulation(GSM05.04version8.1.2Release1999)GLOBALSYSTEMFORMOBILECOMMUNICATIONSRSIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003

ETSIETSIEN300959V8.1.2(2001-02)2(GSM05.04version8.1.2Release1999)ReferenceREN/SMG-020504Q8KeywordsDigitalcellulartelecommunicationssystem,GlobalSystemforMobilecommunications(GSM)ETSI650RoutedesLuciolesF-06921SophiaAntipolisCedex-FRANCETel.:[phone]Fax:[phone]SiretN°34862356200017-NAF742CAssociationàbutnonlucratifenregistréeàlaSous-PréfecturedeGrasse(06)N°7803/88ImportantnoticeIndividualcopiesofthepresentdocumentcanbedownloadedfrom:http://www.etsi.orgThepresentdocumentmaybemadeavailableinmorethanoneelectronicversionorinprint.Inanycaseofexistingorperceiveddifferenceincontentsbetweensuchversions,thereferenceversionisthePortableDocumentFormat(PDF).Incaseofdispute,thereferenceshallbetheprintingonETSIprintersofthePDFversionkeptonaspecificnetworkdrivewithinETSISecretariat.Usersofthepresentdocumentshouldbeawarethatthedocumentmaybesubjecttorevisionorchangeofstatus.InformationonthecurrentstatusofthisandotherETSIdocumentsisavailableathttp://www.etsi.org/tb/status/Ifyoufinderrorsinthepresentdocument,sendyourcommentto:[e-mail]opartmaybereproducedexceptasauthorizedbywrittenpermission.Thecopyrightandtheforegoingrestrictionextendtoreproductioninallmedia.©EuropeanTelecommunicationsStandardsInstitute2001.Allrightsreserved.SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003

ETSIETSIEN300959V8.1.2(2001-02)3(GSM05.04version8.1.2Release1999)ContentsIntellectualPropertyRights.4Foreword.41Scope.51.1References.51.2Abbreviations.52ModulationformatforGMSK.52.1Modulatingsymbolrate.52.2Startandstopoftheburst.52.3Differentialencoding.62.4Filtering.62.5Outputphase.72.6Modulation.73Modulationformatfor8PSK.73.1Modulatingsymbolrate.73.2Symbolmapping.73.3Startandstopoftheburst.83.4Symbolrotation.93.5Pulseshaping.93.6Modulation.9AnnexA(informative):Changecontrolhistory.10History.11SIST EN 300 959 V8.1.2:2003

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