Nikon Firmware Update for Coolpix 5000 Version 1.6Notes:1. It is most important that you follow the supplied directions; failure to followall of the steps may result in your camera being disabled.2. This update is for Coolpix 5000 cameras only! It is strongly suggested thatyou avoid any background process that may disrupt the Updatercommunication process.3. It is advised not to touch the mouse or keyboard once the uploader startsto ensure against accidental launch of an application or other process.4. This Software and Firmware is Licensed and Copyright of NikonCorporation Japan1.0 System requirementsMacintosh users:Mac® OS 9.0.4Mac® OS 9.1.xMac® OS 9.2.xMac® OS X is NOT supported2.0 About software and firmwareThe “Firmware Uploader Software for the E5000 Ver.1.6” is a computerprogram that updates the firmware in your COOLPIX 5000 (E-5000). Thefirmware is a program, which runs inside the camera and controls itsoperation. By running the Uploader Software you will install the new firmwarein the camera.The process of transferring the new firmware from the computer to thecamera is sometimes called “Uploading,” “Upgrading” or “Updating” thefirmware.If your camera is version 1.5 it is recommended that you update the firmwarein your camera to 1.6 in order to benefit from improved operatingperformance.The entire package (Uploader software and new firmware for the camera) issupplied in a single file, which is compressed for distribution over the Internet.Before performing a firmware update, you must de-compress the files back totheir original format.3.0 Improvements and bug fixes in version 1.6