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Introduction
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01.Tour & Design
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02.Blacks & Whites
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03.Color Accuracy
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04.Motion
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05.Viewing Effects
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06.Calibration
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07.Remote Control
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08.Connectivity
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09.Audio & Menus
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10.Formats & Media
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11.Power Consumption
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12.Vs Samsung LN32B460
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13.Vs LG 32LG70
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14.Vs Sony KDL 32L5000
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15.Conclusion
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16.Series Comparison
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17.Ratings & Specs
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18.Comments
Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A
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Audio & Menus
Connectivity Summary
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the NS-LDVDxxQ-10A series. The NS-LDVDxxQ-10A series includes the following models: NS-LDVD19Q-10A, NS-LDVD26Q-10A, and NS-LDVD32Q-10A. Read here for more details on series differences.
• All the basic ports and jacks included
• Poor placement in the back due to a non-swivel base
• Built-in DVD player is a plus
Input Ports (7.5)
The Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A has all the input ports you need for basic viewing: 3 HDMI, 2 component, 2 composite, an S-Video, a VGA port with accompanying 1/8-inch audio jack, 5 analog audio inputs, and an antenna/cable port.
Most of these ports are on the back, but one of the HDMIs and one of the composite AV ports is on the side (as well as the headphone-out discussed below). There is also a USB port here, but it's used for servicing the TV, not for viewing photos, music, or video.
Output Ports (2.0)
The Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A has a slightly unusual array of output ports. In addition to a routine analog audio out and a digital audio out (coax) – ports you'd expect – you'll also find a headphone-out jack on the side, as well as an analog video-out. The latter outputs the signal from the DVD player, should you (inexplicably) want to watch that DVD on a different display.
Other Connections (0.0)
The Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A is the rare television that has a built-in DVD player. It's located on the left side, accompanied by several buttons that control the DVD's functions (play, stop, etc.).
Media (1.0)
There is no USB port or card slot that can play music clips, photos, or movies. As mentioned above, however, it can play DVDs.
Placement (6.0)
The Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A has placed most its ports on the back, clustered in the center. This is a less than ideal design, because the base does not swivel. If the design was more sensible, the rear ports would be placed closer to the side where you could reach them.
The ports and controls on the side, as well as the DVD, are just fine.
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Insignia NS-LDVD26Q-10A 26 inches |
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