Say what you mean.

From: Reg Edwards (g4fgq.regp_at_ZZZbtinternet.com)
Date: 02/26/05


Date: Sat, 26 Feb 2005 04:53:03 +0000 (UTC)

The phrase "output impedance" in connection with amplifiers is ambiguous and
likely to result in arguments.

The correct description is "internal impedance" or "internal resistance" and
should always be used.

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Reg.


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