Note the rich feature set, good detail of the dark scenes on the screen.
The resolution of the unit could be a little more.
Full HD LCD TV with LED-backlit Toshiba 32VL733R
SIZES
2 SCART sockets, 3 HDMI sockets, component input, D-Sub socket, LAN. CI slot, SD, 2 USB sockets, HDMI jack, headphone jack, composite input.
DESIGN FEATURES
The new 32″ model from Toshiba, in addition to analog tuner, is equipped with digital tuner DVB-T DVB-C, DVB-C HD.
The main highlight of the device is the Meta Brain processor. High-performance video processor that processes picture signals from tuners such as DVB-T and DVB-C, provides Resolution+ and AutoView functions.
Resolution+ technology improves the picture quality of conventional video signals in a three-step process by smoothing out borders and improving the clarity of the original signal. It is designed to improve the picture quality of standard definition to high definition.
With a special sensor, the AutoView feature analyzes room light parameters and adjusts the picture to the optimal level.
Digital noise reduction, MPEG noise reduction, and a 3D digital comb filter for clearer color transitions are available to ensure a clear picture without interference.
Function Active Vision M100 increases the frame rate of the original signal, and the added frames are created by interpolating, which is designed to improve the quality of display of moving objects.
PICTURE QUALITY
Model demonstrates a large margin of color and brightness. The black and white colors are saturated.
The colors on the Toshiba 32VL733R screen noticeably change when viewed from an angle of 55-60 degrees.
When playing a 1080p signal through the HDMI input the resolution of the video path is about 680 TV lines. Digital artifacts like combing on slanted lines are practically imperceptible. Shades of black are reproduced with quite good quality. The detail of bright scenes is not bad.
Big number of color settings allows you to adjust the color palette to your taste.
When playing a 1080p signal through the component input, the resolution is
550 TV lines, which, generally speaking, could be a bit more, as in the case of a signal from HDMI.
Shades of black are displayed with reasonably good detail, detail of bright scenes is average.
Digital artifacts like combing on moving lines are practically invisible.
Flesh tones on the default settings may not seem very natural, but the device provides a lot of additional color adjustments.
You can use the preset picture modes “Dynamic”, “Standard”, “Cinema”, “Game”, “PC”, “Autoview” if you want.
AUDIO QUALITY
The Toshiba 32VL733R doesn’t have much volume reserve, but it sounds with no audible distortion.
It should be noted that because of the flat design of modern flat screen TVs, they do not have enough space for a full-fledged speakers pointing outside. In addition, the location of the TV in the room has a significant impact on sound quality. This model with SoundNavi solves both of those problems. Firstly, the speakers are mounted vertically and point downwards. Secondly, when setting up the TV for the first time after installation, the viewer will need to specify the mounting location – on a stand or on the wall. The SoundNavi function can then optimally adjust the speakers.
Additionally, Audyssey-EQ corrects audio playback by compensating for distortion caused by the TV’s casing and external objects as they reflect sound.
Also note the surround sound mode, voice enhancement function and dynamic bass enhancement mode.
SERVICE FEATURES
The on-screen menu is displayed on a dark background, the main menu icons are arranged horizontally in a row at the top.
There is a Sleep timer, as well as a power-on timer.
Tamper-proof function allows you to lock the buttons on the TV body the buttons on the remote control can still be used .
The remote control and the buttons are made in strict geometric forms. Buttons have rectangular shape, joystick navigation square, with the same square “Ok” button inside.
Using the LAN port you can connect the TV to your home network and then watch pictures and videos from a home computer connected to the same network. You can set up the network wirelessly if you want. In addition, it has the ability to access the Internet to view, for example, clips from YouTube. Note that if necessary you can block certain videos from YouTube.
When you connect an external USB-device, you can view photos, listen to music, as well as watch movies in DivX format. Photos can be viewed on an SD card.
Also worth noting is the convenient Regza-Link function, which allows you to control external devices connected via HDMI with the TV remote control only. The only thing – these devices must also support Regza-Link.
Can you please provide an honest review of the Toshiba 32VL733R Full HD LCD TV with LED backlight? I’m considering purchasing it and would like to know about its picture quality, sound performance, user-friendly interface, and any potential drawbacks.