Author Topic: Toshiba 32" LCD 32AV700 HDTV Review (Read 52192 times)

thirdie88 · « **Reply #90 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 01:48 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Dec 21, 2010 at 06:20 PM

True! True! Toshiba has been and still is one of my favorite brands for LCD(since the AV500/CV500). Like it more than most LG or Samsung models, because of it's natural looking colors!

Hi Sir Carlo,
as per your response, you said that toshiba tv's have natural looking colors but maybe its jst me. I noticed that its picutre is kinda warm or dark. Am i doing something wrong with the settings? TIA

Carlo777 · « **Reply #91 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 02:09 PM »

@thirdie88

Hi, Toshiba by nature is not as bright or as flashy as a Samsung or an LG, but it does bleed out more natural colors.

First off, I need to know what are you watching? Is it regular TV? Or DVD, or Blu-ray?

If you're using a DVD player from Pioneer or a PS3 Blu-Ray player; do switch off the FULL-RGB option and go to Limited RGB or just plain RGB or Component. Full RGB ranges give you darker pictures for this particular TV (Nearly all save for the high-end Sony brands).

You could also switch off any "Auto-Contrast" adjustments of your TV, I don't have a 32AV700, so I don't know what it's called with your model specifically. I'll check my 40AV700 later and see from there.

thirdie88 · « **Reply #92 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 02:16 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Jan 04, 2011 at 02:09 PM

@thirdie88

Hi, Toshiba by nature is not as bright or as flashy as a Samsung or an LG, but it does bleed out more natural colors.

First off, I need to know what are you watching? Is it regular TV? Or DVD, or Blu-ray?

If you're using a DVD player from Pioneer or a PS3 Blu-Ray player; do switch off the FULL-RGB option and go to Limited RGB or just plain RGB or Component. Full RGB ranges give you darker pictures for this particular TV (Nearly all save for the high-end Sony brands).

You could also switch off any "Auto-Contrast" adjustments of your TV, I don't have a 32AV700, so I don't know what it's called with your model specifically. I'll check my 40AV700 later and see from there.

Thanks a lot Sir Carlo for the quick response.
I am watching DVD using an audiovox 7" portable dvd player. My old dvd player got busted but im planning to buy the samsung dvd-h1080r for this TV which I think might help a little with the PQ.
Thanks again for sharing your insights

Carlo777 · « **Reply #93 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 02:27 PM »

Quote from: thirdie88 on Jan 04, 2011 at 02:16 PM

Thanks a lot Sir Carlo for the quick response.
I am watching DVD using an audiovox 7" portable dvd player. My old dvd player got busted but im planning to buy the samsung dvd-h1080r for this TV which I think might help a little with the PQ.
Thanks again for sharing your insights

How is this player connected? You may want to try out those HDMI based DVD players, they'll give you crisper pictures esp. when you upscale them to 720p, which I believe is the native rez of your TV. You may also want to stay away from the "Dynamic mode", they don't give you the best pictures anyway. Stay with "Normal" or "Cinema".

thirdie88 · « **Reply #94 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 02:33 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Jan 04, 2011 at 02:27 PM

How is this player connected? You may want to try out those HDMI based DVD players, they'll give you crisper pictures esp. when you upscale them to 720p, which I believe is the native rez of your TV. You may also want to stay away from the "Dynamic mode", they don't give you the best pictures anyway. Stay with "Normal" or "Cinema".

My player is connected using the yellow cord from the dvd player to video input on the TV.
I see. I use dynamic mode so that is why i dont get accurate colors
Is the Samsung dvd-h1080r a good buy? Its a dvd player with upscaling up to 1080.

http://reviews.cnet.com/dvd-players/samsung-dvd-h1080r/4507-6473_7-33578521.html?tag=mncolBtm;rnav

Carlo777 · « **Reply #95 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 04:19 PM »

Quote from: thirdie88 on Jan 04, 2011 at 02:33 PM

My player is connected using the yellow cord from the dvd player to video input on the TV.
I see. I use dynamic mode so that is why i dont get accurate colors
Is the Samsung dvd-h1080r a good buy? Its a dvd player with upscaling up to 1080.

http://reviews.cnet.com/dvd-players/samsung-dvd-h1080r/4507-6473_7-33578521.html?tag=mncolBtm;rnav

For DVD players, I'd go for a Toshiba XDE500 or a Pioneer 420v. Check them out! Tested them extensively and they're pretty much great buys.

thirdie88 · « **Reply #96 on:** Jan 04, 2011 at 04:32 PM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Jan 04, 2011 at 04:19 PM

For DVD players, I'd go for a Toshiba XDE500 or a Pioneer 420v. Check them out! Tested them extensively and they're pretty much great buys.

Thanks again Sir Carlo. I will definitely check these out. Have a nice day!

thirdie88 · « **Reply #97 on:** Jan 12, 2011 at 08:42 AM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Jan 04, 2011 at 04:19 PM

For DVD players, I'd go for a Toshiba XDE500 or a Pioneer 420v. Check them out! Tested them extensively and they're pretty much great buys.

Hi Sir Carlo,
I took your advice and I bought the Pioneer DV-420 at Sns recently and very much satisfied with it.
It is Definitely better than the previous dvd player i had.
I was already able to adjust the tv settings to my preferred color settings and I LOVE IT!
Just did a comparison using the pioneer dv-420 connected to Samsung 32B350 and then Toshiba 32Av700 and here is what i noticed

Samsung 32B350 - Pale colors with no noise on picture and no motion blur
Toshiba 32AV700 - Bright and more vivid colors but with slight noise and very slight motion blur

Overall - I still prefer the toshiba except for the remote hehe which looks and feels cheap!

Kudos to you Sir Carlo!

thirdie88 · « **Reply #98 on:** Jan 13, 2011 at 06:59 AM »

Quote from: Carlo777 on Jan 04, 2011 at 04:19 PM

For DVD players, I'd go for a Toshiba XDE500 or a Pioneer 420v. Check them out! Tested them extensively and they're pretty much great buys.

Sir Carlo,
Sorry if I am asking a lot.
Just a quick question. I already bought the pioneer dv420. Why is there noise on the toshiba 32av700 but not on the samsung 32b350 when i tested the player on both tv's?
I played with the Noise reduction feature of toshiba but there is still some noise
I am connected via HDMI and I tried upscaling to 720p,1080i and 1080p but noise is still there
are toshiba's really like this? i also looked at the toshiba 32av700 in SNS and malls and there really is some noise

Pioneer DV-420 Settings :
RGB not full RGB
Resolution : 720p

thirdie88 · « **Reply #99 on:** Jan 14, 2011 at 07:48 AM »

Quote from: E-reply on May 11, 2010 at 07:02 PM

We don't have cable TV connection here at the mall.

32AV700 12 months at P25300.

Sir Vic. YGPM thanks!

cucoy · « **Reply #100 on:** Feb 23, 2011 at 04:10 PM »

up for this thread. what are the best settings to get the most out of this unit? thanks

voden · « **Reply #101 on:** Mar 31, 2011 at 10:53 AM »

I've been lurking around this site for awhile now cause I'm looking for a cheap LCD for my room. I'm looking at the LG 32LD460 & the Toshiba 32RV700 (what the diff between this and 32AV700?). I know that the 32RV700 is recommended because of the PQ but I'll be using it primarily for gaming. I want the Toshiba but if the refresh rate of the LG is better, I might end up getting that. Thanks!

BusyChild · « **Reply #102 on:** Mar 31, 2011 at 11:19 AM »

Quote from: voden on Mar 31, 2011 at 10:53 AM

I've been lurking around this site for awhile now cause I'm looking for a cheap LCD for my room. I'm looking at the LG 32LD460 & the Toshiba 32RV700 (what the diff between this and 32AV700?). I know that the 32RV700 is recommended because of the PQ but I'll be using it primarily for gaming. I want the Toshiba but if the refresh rate of the LG is better, I might end up getting that. Thanks!

REGZA 32AV700 HD Ready LCD TV

Power Meta Brain
WXGA Panel 1366x768
HD Ready (1080p/1080i/720p)
10-Bit Video Processing
Auto Signal Booster
AutoView
Intelligent Backlight Control
3D Colour Management
4 HDMI Terminals
JPEG Playback (USB only)
Dimensions with Stand (WxHxD) 786 x 568 x 221 mm
Optional Wall Mount Bracket WAL13C

VS.

REGZA 32RV700 Full HD LCD TV

Power Meta Brain
Full HD Panel 1920x1080
HD Ready (1080p/1080i/720p)
10-Bit Video Processing
Auto Signal Booster
AutoView
Intelligent Backlight Control
3D Colour Management
4 HDMI Terminals
JPEG Playback (USB only)
Picture-in-Picture
Swivel Stand
Dimensions with Stand (WxHxD) 786 x 579 x 258 mm
Optional Wall Mount Bracket WAL13C

voden · « **Reply #103 on:** Mar 31, 2011 at 10:44 PM »

Quote from: BusyChild on Mar 31, 2011 at 11:19 AM

REGZA 32AV700 HD Ready LCD TV

Power Meta Brain
WXGA Panel 1366x768
HD Ready (1080p/1080i/720p)
10-Bit Video Processing
Auto Signal Booster
AutoView
Intelligent Backlight Control
3D Colour Management
4 HDMI Terminals
JPEG Playback (USB only)
Dimensions with Stand (WxHxD) 786 x 568 x 221 mm
Optional Wall Mount Bracket WAL13C

VS.

REGZA 32RV700 Full HD LCD TV

Power Meta Brain
Full HD Panel 1920x1080
HD Ready (1080p/1080i/720p)
10-Bit Video Processing
Auto Signal Booster
AutoView
Intelligent Backlight Control
3D Colour Management
4 HDMI Terminals
JPEG Playback (USB only)
Picture-in-Picture
Swivel Stand
Dimensions with Stand (WxHxD) 786 x 579 x 258 mm
Optional Wall Mount Bracket WAL13C

Thanks! I think I need the PiP. Price doesn't very much right? Around 3k difference?

BusyChild · « **Reply #104 on:** Apr 01, 2011 at 07:05 AM »

Quote from: voden on Mar 31, 2011 at 10:44 PM

Thanks! I think I need the PiP. Price doesn't very much right? Around 3k difference?

I'm not sure, depends on where you're buying it. You may want to check the Marketplace forums to get a better deal.

fargin · « **Reply #105 on:** Apr 06, 2011 at 10:31 AM »

tanong ko lang, we got this unit last Feb. May True motion capability ba ito?

E-reply · « **Reply #106 on:** Apr 06, 2011 at 01:44 PM »

Quote from: fargin on Apr 06, 2011 at 10:31 AM

tanong ko lang, we got this unit last Feb. May True motion capability ba ito?

Toshiba TV has no trumotion.

fargin · « **Reply #107 on:** Apr 21, 2011 at 08:30 PM »

Good pm!

I just noticed something on our AV700 while I was watching Tangled 720p. There are vague vertical lines that appear specially during scenes with bright colors. I noticed them while watching it at close range. If you look at his nose, you can see them lines. Is this a cause of concern, a factory defect maybe? Is this covered by warranty from SNS? thanks!

fargin · « **Reply #108 on:** Apr 24, 2011 at 06:29 PM »

up for my inquiry, thanks!

E-reply · « **Reply #109 on:** Apr 30, 2011 at 11:53 AM »

Quote from: fargin on Apr 21, 2011 at 08:30 PM

Good pm!

I just noticed something on our AV700 while I was watching Tangled 720p. There are vague vertical lines that appear specially during scenes with bright colors. I noticed them while watching it at close range. If you look at his nose, you can see them lines. Is this a cause of concern, a factory defect maybe? Is this covered by warranty from SNS? thanks!

Text me your name and address, we will send Toshiba tech to address your concern. Mobile 0917-5413491.

fargin · « **Reply #110 on:** May 04, 2011 at 11:12 AM »

Thanks Sir Vic!

Text you later my name and address as requested...

CH13F · « **Reply #111 on:** May 10, 2011 at 12:27 AM »

Got the 32AV700E yesterday in exchange for the AVision. Thanks again sir Vic, my parents are very happy with it now.

E-reply · « **Reply #112 on:** May 10, 2011 at 12:41 PM »

Quote from: CH13F on May 10, 2011 at 12:27 AM

Got the 32AV700E yesterday in exchange for the AVision. Thanks again sir Vic, my parents are very happy with it now.

Great to have problem solved. Toshiba is also a good choice. Congrats!

fargin · « **Reply #113 on:** Jun 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM »

ask ko lang, meron bang saksakan ng earfone tong av700 natin? balak ko kase kabitan ng x-mini speakers sha pero wala akong makitang saksakan eh ehehehh ty

E-reply · « **Reply #114 on:** Jun 17, 2011 at 01:03 PM »

Quote from: fargin on Jun 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM

ask ko lang, meron bang saksakan ng earfone tong av700 natin? balak ko kase kabitan ng x-mini speakers sha pero wala akong makitang saksakan eh ehehehh ty

The 32AV700 has no earphone provision.

We have Panasonic 32C3X that has earphone feature.

nokens · « **Reply #115 on:** Jun 19, 2011 at 08:07 PM »

masters, may difference po ba ang 32AV700E & 32AV700? what I saw in AV Surfer Ayala-Cebu is a 700E w/ 18K price. parallel something daw yung 700 sa ibang appliance store w/c is priced @ 16K. Meaning hindi daw covered sa Philippines ang warranty nito... confused lang ako.

Thank you.

Radiowealth1960s · « **Reply #116 on:** Jan 10, 2012 at 10:03 AM »

Sir Carlo & other LCD veterans, would you consider the Toshiba 32" AV700 worth the price over the Panasonic 32" C4x? We are on a tight budget and this TV will be used for analog cable & antenna TV by old people.

I've read that the Panasonic 32" C3x is almost as good but no more stocks, while its successor the C4x is being reported as not that good compared to the C3x...

Your feedback will be greatly appreciated.

coastal · « **Reply #117 on:** Jan 10, 2012 at 12:23 PM »

I think Toshibas are always a good choice especially the older models like AV700.

JamesBond007 · « **Reply #118 on:** Jan 26, 2012 at 12:11 PM »

Quote from: coastal on Jan 10, 2012 at 12:23 PM

I think Toshibas are always a good choice especially the older models like AV700.

sir carlo and other experts. may i ask help from experts here on what will be the best setting for my 40av700 which I bought last year from Sns. I am using a Sony bdp-s370 bluray player. Setting for watching bd and dvd. many thanks.

also, i heard from some discussions in pdvd about firmware update? do I need to update the software in my bd player which I have been using since Oct. 2010. so far it has been playing all the bds which i bought via pdvd.

many thanks.

demeter · « **Reply #119 on:** Mar 23, 2014 at 12:06 AM »

hi, how do you connect external or PC speakers to this unit?