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J7 Zoom Controller initialization behavior with camera connection
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What the thread found
- The J7 Zoom Controller with Fuji pins starts the camera automatically when the cable is first plugged in, but this behavior can be prevented by adjusting the switch position before connecting the cable.
- Both switches on the J7 Zoom Controller function as run switches rather than directional changers.
- The pushbutton on the J7 can be reassigned to perform radio return functionality.
Depends on
- This observation is specific to the J7 model with Fuji pins and may not apply to other variants.
- The exact mechanism for why switch position affects the initialization behavior is not explained in the discussion.
- No manual was referenced during the troubleshooting process, so findings are based on practical testing only.