
We first review the properties of the conventional $��$-functions of the KP and Toda-lattice hierarchies. A straightforward generalization is then discussed. It corresponds to passing from differential to finite-difference equations; it does not involve however the concept of operator-valued $��$-function nor the one associated with non-Cartanian (level $k\ne1$) algebras. The present study could be useful to understand better $q$-free fields and their relation to ordinary free fields.
12 pages, ITEP M-8/93, FIAN/TD-22/93, CRM-1934 (minor changes)
High Energy Physics - Theory (hep-th), FOS: Physical sciences, Exactly Solvable and Integrable Systems (nlin.SI)
High Energy Physics - Theory (hep-th), FOS: Physical sciences, Exactly Solvable and Integrable Systems (nlin.SI)
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