diff --git a/run.py b/run.py
index 0401e38..ffdaeb3 100755
--- a/run.py
+++ b/run.py
@@ -852,6 +852,7 @@ def mainloop_server(pool, manager):
                     mode = "Idle"
                     fprint("Giving up scanning cable.")
                     failcount = 0
+                    arm_ready = True
                 else:
                     fprint("Unable to scan cable. Gonna retry.")
                     camera_ready = False