A-law
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| − | '''A-law''' is a nonlinear method for quantizing audio for [[pulse code modulation]]. It achieves better dynamic range than [[LPCM]]. | + | '''A-law''' is a nonlinear method for quantizing audio for [[pulse code modulation]]. It achieves better dynamic range than [[LPCM]]. It is used in European telephony, whereas the similar [[µ-law]] is used in North America and Japan. |
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* [[Wikipedia: A-law algorithm]] | * [[Wikipedia: A-law algorithm]] | ||
Revision as of 00:25, 7 June 2017
A-law is a nonlinear method for quantizing audio for pulse code modulation. It achieves better dynamic range than LPCM. It is used in European telephony, whereas the similar µ-law is used in North America and Japan.
