The camera has a message that the Media Dial is in the wrong position and it will not do anything.

I would reset the mode dial to the correct position.

It sounds like your camera, the Nikon Coolpix MN35Z, is experiencing an error with the mode dial. The "mode dial indefinite" error message indicates that the camera is unable to recognize the position of the mode dial. This can be caused by a variety of issues, such as a malfunctioning mode dial, a damaged mode dial, or a problem with the camera's internal components.
To troubleshoot this issue, you can try the following steps:

1. Make sure the mode dial is not damaged or stuck. If the mode dial is stuck or damaged, it may not be able to move freely, causing the error message to appear.
2. Check the camera's battery and memory card. If the battery is low or the memory card is full or damaged, the camera may not be able to operate properly.
3. Try resetting the camera. To do this, remove the battery and memory card, wait a few minutes, and then reinsert the battery and memory card.
4. If the problem persists, the camera may need to be repaired by a professional. It is recommended to contact the manufacturer or an authorized service center for further assistance.

Probably needs service

Hi jayderehbein,

Make sure that the dial for selecting either video capture or image capture is not stuck somewhere in the middle , therefore a good idea would be try moving it to different positions and then back to the usual image mode and this message would go away ...

Hope this helps ..:) Your feed back would be appreciated.

The mode dial is the knurled knob on the top of the camera - if you didn't already know. This same error message displayed when the knob is between selection. If you have moved the know to a valid position - where it stops in a detent, the message should clear from the display and be able to take pictures.

If moving the mode dial so that it rests in a detent and the message is still displayed, it indicates a problem with the switch inside the camera (that is operated when the mode dial is rotated). This is not a user serviceable part, and should be professionally repaired. I found United Camera to list a Mode Dial repair to be $42. there are plenty of others that can make this repair for you, too - this was simply the first I saw that had a price (I have never done business with nor am I affiliated with United Camera in any way).

I hope this is a good starting point for you & good luck. Please rate my reply - thanks.

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Please try to remove the battery and let it sit for atleast 5mins. then reconnect it again. This should reset the system and can resolve the problem.

Hope this helps and thank you for using FixYa! Have a good one!

I used to have the same problem. Make sure the picture of the setting you are using on the turn dial is lined up with the beige pointer on the top of the camera. When you turn the dial, you can feel it lock into position. It could be that the dial hasn't quite clicked into the right position and just needs adjusting.

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Sounds as though the mode dial is "freewheeling", i.e. it is turning...but is not revolving the wiper/selector below. Workshop job.