Digital BW, The Print

Hi Herb,

> It strikes me that some of the confusion in this discussion
> regarding "dynamic range" and "density range" might stem from the
> fact that, "density range", as used by Austin, is analogous to
> what "dynamic range" measures in audio technology.
>
> At least in my understanding, the "dynamic range" of an audio
> amplifier has to do with the ratio of maximum signal strength to
> minimum signal strength.  It has nothing to do with the size of steps
> between them.  Or am I missing something here...

Your definition of dynamic range is the same as Martin's (was), it's
misinterpreting what "maximum" and "minimum" mean.  Dynamic range has
EVERYTHING to do with the steps, as they relate to the over all range.  I
believe if you read or re-read the posts, and take a look at the picture I
posted showing what "maximum" and "minimum" mean with respect to dynamic
range, you will see how they differ from your current understanding.

> and is "dynamic range"
> of an amplifier also somehow analogous to the "dynamic range" of a
> print, and not to a print's density range?

Dynamic range is dynamic range, whether it's a print or an audio amplifier.
The dynamic range is different than the (density) range, and that is the
point/distinction/understanding I am trying to explain.

I also cited some examples showing the difference between simple "range" and
"dynamic range" that you might want to read that might help your
understanding.  I can give more examples if you like, or you can give some
examples of your understanding if you like.

Regards,

Austin