Libec ZC-LP remote - noisy rocker

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WorBry

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I've just purchased a Libec ZC-LP remote to use with my Canon HF-G30. One thing I've noticed is that when the zoom rocker is turned fully clock-wise (to Telephoto) there is an audible click, after releasing the tension on the rocker, no matter how gently I do it. And it's annoying because the click gets picked up by the on-camera mic when mounted on a hand-held rig. Surprises me because the Libec remotes are reputed to have 'silent' rockers - one of the reasons why I chose it - I was fed up of picking up the tapping of the rattly zoom rocker on the HF-G30. Speaking of which, when I turn the ZC-LP in my hand, I can also hear rattling inside the remote, as if something is loose. Surely that can't be normal ? Anyone else find this ?
 
Actually, I realize now that the rattling is the recessed Record click button moving in its housing. Bit flaky. The clicking rocker still bugs me though. In fact the clicking is there even if turn the rocker half way clock-wise, and no matter how gently I release the tension. And just it gets progressively louder the further I turn it.
 
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Contacted Libec USA and they advise me that the clicking is definitely not normal and that should I return it to B&H for replacement or refund. I also asked on the B&H Q&A page. Received a reply from someone who has two ZC-LP's and they don't have this issue. So it's going back.
 
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