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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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Calibration
Viewing Effects 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.
• Terrible viewing angle
• Ineffective video processing
• Testing done using DisplayMate Software
Viewing Angle (1.22)
The viewing angle on the Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A is just plain terrible. Granted, most LCD televisions are not good as producing satisfactory color and contrast from extreme angles. However, the Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A is worst than most. The contrast ratio dropped by 50% at only 9 degrees. That performance puts it close to the LG 32LG70, but less than half the viewing angle of the Samsung LN32B460 and the Sony KDL-32L5000.
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| Samsung LN32B460 32 inches |
LG 32LG70 32 inches |
Sony KDL-32L5000 32 inches |
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Reflectance (8.5)
The Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A does a great job of deflecting lights that may be shining at the screen. If a bright is shining directly at the screen, and the screen is black, it creates a large lens flare-like effect. However, if the light is coming in at an angle (much more likely in real life), you can hardly see it. And if the light is shining on the viewer, you can't see much of their reflection in screen. The very worst TVs in this test could almost double as mirrors they reflect so much. So, well done, Insignia.
Video Processing (3.0)
The Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A has a handful of special processing tricks, but there are fewer menu options overall than we've seen on other Insignia TVs. In the Advanced Video menu, you'll find the following:
| Setting | Claimed Function | Our Impression |
| Noise Reduction | Detect and reduce video noise. Settings are Off, Weak, Middle, and Strong. Auto can only be used for analog signals. | No effect |
| Adaptive Contrast | Automatically adjust picture and brightness. | Enhances contrast slightly |
| DCR (Dynamic Contrast Ratio) | No explanation | Dramatically (and unpleasantly) shifts contrast up and down as scene changes |
| Other Models in the NS-LDVDxxQ-10A Series | |||
| This is a review of the Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A. The other sizes of HDTVs in this series should be similar in terms of performance and usability. For details about any differences, click on the image to jump to the Series Comparison page. | |||
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| Insignia NS-LDVD19Q-10A 19 inches |
Insignia NS-LDVD26Q-10A 26 inches |
Insignia NS-LDVD32Q-10A 32 inches |
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