Μ-law
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| − | '''µ-law''' or '''mu-law''' or '''u-law''' is a nonlinear method for quantizing audio for [[pulse code modulation]]. It achieves better dynamic range than [[LPCM]]. | + | '''µ-law''' or '''mu-law''' or '''u-law''' is a nonlinear method for quantizing audio for [[pulse code modulation]]. It achieves better dynamic range than [[LPCM]]. It is used in North American and Japanese telephony, whereas the similar [[A-law]] is used in Europe. |
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* [[Wikipedia:Μ-law algorithm|Wikipedia: μ-law algorithm]] | * [[Wikipedia:Μ-law algorithm|Wikipedia: μ-law algorithm]] | ||
Revision as of 00:24, 7 June 2017
µ-law or mu-law or u-law is a nonlinear method for quantizing audio for pulse code modulation. It achieves better dynamic range than LPCM. It is used in North American and Japanese telephony, whereas the similar A-law is used in Europe.
