Nikon AC-1ME Digital Camera Management Software Photo Secretary for F5 Instruction Manual. The software can control the camera's operation and directly transfer shooting data from the camera.
This manual provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing Nikon Photo Secretary on a Macintosh, setting up the MC‑34 connecting cord, and configuring the software for both online and offline operation. It also describes how to control the F5 camera, manage film data, and use the Photo Finder and Film Manager modules.
Key sections cover system requirements, installation procedures, serial‑port configuration, online/offline modes, camera operation, data editing, and a troubleshooting guide for common communication and memory errors.
| Supported operating system | Mac OS 7.0‑7.6 |
|---|---|
| Minimum RAM (Macintosh 680x0) | 16 MB (32 MB recommended) |
| Minimum RAM (Power Macintosh) | 24 MB (40 MB recommended) |
| Free disk space required | ≈ 16 MB |
| Supported serial ports | Printer or Modem port |
| Connecting cable included | MC‑34 for Macintosh |
Insert Setup Disk 1 in the floppy drive, double‑click the Disk 1 icon, then double‑click the Installer icon and click Install, following the on‑screen prompts.
Online mode lets the software control the F5 camera’s shutter, rewind, focus, and exposure buttons; Offline mode disables camera control but allows you to edit data, set custom functions, and create program shoots.
Set a shared serial port to the Modem setting, deactivate AppleTalk, and ensure sufficient virtual memory; these steps reduce frequent communication errors.