You can choose to disable some of these systems and, although it's difficult to determine the difference they make immediately, we found that leaving them all active provides the best performance. On-screen menus are sensibly organised with a reasonable assortment of interactive settings. The 32WLT68 features only three basic preset picture modes, but comprehensive custom settings include colour management options, a black level enhancer and various noise reduction systems.
Sound options are equally inclusive with an SRS sound menu that includes surround effects, a dialogue enhancer and TruBass low frequency booster. There are also separate bass-management settings that are best used if you've decided to connect the screen to a subwoofer.
The feature count may not be as high as some rival models but it's the underlying technology that impresses most and carries the greatest effect on image quality.
Performance
If you can find this screen for around £1,000 then our advice is to reach for your credit card. At this price point, the 32WLT68 is the finest LCD we've seen from any of this season's latest ranges. Sony's impressive KDL-32V2000 is still our class-leader but you'll need to dig slightly deeper into your pocket for the privilege.
There are not many screens that offer uncompromised performance irrelevant of the type of input source being used. Of course, it's all about high-definition, but analogue connected sources and even TV broadcasts carry the same highly regarded image traits.
Superb black levels instill images with striking detail and bold contrast that create almost tangible realism, which is enhanced by the natural colour balance. Movement is excellent without a trace of smearing or staggering and even with broadcast images there's virtually no interference from digital artefacts or background instability.
Sound performance is not always worth mentioning from the small, standard speakers used by flat screens. This screen, however, features a speaker system designed by audio specialists Onkyo, and the sound carries more weight and expression than typical models. The subwoofer option also means you can enjoy explosive film soundtracks without a separate surround system.
Editor's note: A previous version of this review stated that the Toshiba 32WLT68 had no picture preset modes. This has been corrected.
Edited by Mary Lojkine
Additional editing by Kate Macefield
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Mike Buck 16 June 2008
Good: Everything to a point!
Bad: The fact it broke after 13 months
Comment: I bought 2 of these, one for me, one for my parents, and for 13 months they ran perfectly. They look fantastic, the sound is great, there's more then enough connectivity, the menus are easy to use. But, typically about 3 weeks after the warranty expired i got what some people call "Ghost Lines" on the screen. Basically there are about 10 vertical parallel lines on the screen spread accross the screen, as much as you can't really see them in multiple colour backgrounds, if you watch football, golf, cricket, cartoons or anything that keeps a light colour on the screen then they stick out a bit. Tosh customer service was basically, you didn't spend a fortune on our extended warranty so tough s***! so now have to try and get it fixed. I'm a little dissappointed that companies have soo little confidence in the build quality of their products that they only give a 12 month waranty, but then what would the spotty kids in comet sell you, cos they know jack about the TVs! lol
For balance, my parents TV is working just fine, no lines as yet, and they are very happy with it.
Generally when spending this amount of money (£600) on a TV I expect quality and reliability, Tosh has failed in that, so if I can't fix it relativily cheap, which I don't think I will, then i'll have to buy a new TV, but it won't be Toshiba, they had their chance, and blew it!
Justin Finch 21 December 2006
Good: 3 HDMI (1 at the side for a camcorder)
Bad: Wall-mounted, because it looks stunning on a black glass stand
Comment: I purchased this TV purely because the reviews of the 32WL66 were excellent. This being the next model up and although this is not Full HD, I have to say that the picture quality is flawless. My Xbox 360 games look stunning and DVD playback is awesome. Digital TV was by far the best on display within Comet, so although 1080p is not included I think you'll find it hard to find a better display than this for your money.
Remember 1080p may be Full HD but the picture processing needs to be up to scratch so it's not always the best product.
Chris Canham 17 November 2006
Good: Great looks, pin sharp picture, audio quality and future proof functionality.
Bad: Nothing drastic - remote control and picture adjustment required out of the box.
Comment: Fantastic. A very attractive and neat set up. I was a little sceptical of LCD television picture quality from what I'd seen before but take a little time adjusting the picture settings from the standard settings and you'll find the Toshiba WLT68 outstanding. Add to that the great audio quality and I don't think you can get better for the money. My only gripe, which is very minor, is the remote feels cheap compared the Sony it's replaced.
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