SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003
(Main)Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+) (GSM); Voice Activity Detector (VAD) for Enhanced Full Rate (EFR) speech traffic channels (GSM 06.82 version 8.0.1 Release 1999)
General Information
- Abstract
Updated to version 8.0.0 CRs from SMG#31
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Nov-2003
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Dec-2003
- Due Date
- 01-Dec-2003
- Completion Date
- 01-Dec-2003
- Mandate
- T-172
Overview
SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003 defines the requirements for the Voice Activity Detector (VAD) used in the Enhanced Full Rate (EFR) speech traffic channels within the GSM digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+). This Slovenian standard is identical to EN 300 730 Version 8.0.1, as released by ETSI under GSM 06.82 version 8.0.1, Release 1999. The standard supports the reliable detection of voice signals, helping to improve the efficiency and quality of service in GSM networks by optimizing resource usage during active speech.
VAD technology plays a critical role in speech compression by distinguishing between voice and non-voice signals. The implementation of VAD in GSM EFR channels enables more efficient use of channel coding and transmission resources, directly impacting mobile network performance and end-user experience.
Key Topics
Voice Activity Detector (VAD) Operation
Provides specifications for the algorithms and methods used to determine the presence or absence of human speech in audio signals transmitted over GSM EFR channels.Enhanced Full Rate (EFR) Speech Channels
Details how VAD integrates within the EFR codec, ensuring compatibility for high-quality voice transmission in GSM mobile systems.GSM Phase 2+ System Compatibility
Ensures the VAD functions seamlessly with other mandatory GSM system components, facilitating interoperability across vendors and networks.Standardization Alignment
Adopts change requests from SMG#31 to ensure harmonization with the latest ETSI and GSM standards, promoting global acceptance.
Applications
The standard’s specifications for VAD in EFR speech traffic channels underpin several vital applications:
Mobile Voice Calls
Enhances spectral efficiency by activating transmission only during speech, reducing power consumption and improving battery life in mobile handsets.Network Resource Optimization
Reduces bandwidth usage and transmission overhead, enabling GSM operators to serve more simultaneous calls without compromising audio quality.Voice Compression and Silence Suppression
Enables silence suppression in speech codecs, which lowers overall data rates and mitigates unnecessary channel occupation.International Roaming and Interoperability
Guarantees consistent speech detection and channel behavior across different operators and countries adopting the GSM standard.Voice Quality Improvements
Ensures minimal distortion and reliable detection during challenging acoustic scenarios, which contributes to stable and clear mobile communications.
Related Standards
For comprehensive implementation and integration, refer to these relevant standards:
- EN 300 908 - GSM Full Rate speech; Transcoding
- EN 301 704 - Enhanced Full Rate (EFR) speech codec; General description, speech processing functions, and input/output format
- EN 300 607 - GSM Half Rate speech; Voice Activity Detector for Half Rate traffic channels
- EN 301 143 - GSM; Comfort Noise aspects for EFR traffic channels
Adherence to SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003, along with these related standards, ensures robust voice activity detection, supporting efficient, high-quality GSM mobile telecommunications globally.
Keywords: GSM, Voice Activity Detector, Enhanced Full Rate, EFR, speech traffic, mobile telecommunications, VAD standard, resource optimization, international standard, ETSI, silence suppression, speech codec.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+) (GSM); Voice Activity Detector (VAD) for Enhanced Full Rate (EFR) speech traffic channels (GSM 06.82 version 8.0.1 Release 1999)". This standard covers: Updated to version 8.0.0 CRs from SMG#31
Updated to version 8.0.0 CRs from SMG#31
SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.070.50 - Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM). The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003 is associated with the following European legislation: Standardization Mandates: T-172. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+) (GSM); Voice Activity Detector (VAD) for Enhanced Full Rate (EFR) speech traffic channels (GSM 06.82 version 8.0.1 Release 1999)33.070.50Globalni sistem za mobilno telekomunikacijo (GSM)Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM)ICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 300 730 Version 8.0.1SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003en01-december-2003SIST EN 300 730 V8.0.1:2003SLOVENSKI
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