1. Copy the activator.exe to:

   "C:\Program Files\Camera Bits\Photo Mechanic 5\"
   
   (it requires a libeay32.dll library).

2. Run the activator first and patch the program.

3. Start the Photo Mechanic and register with one of either:

Tullamore Dew
656570511638
 
Mary Jane
657174555256

4. Create a 'Passport activation file' with the "Activate Off-line" dialogue:

-> help -> Licensing -> Enter New License...

Output file: PM5Passport.pass

For administrative convenience, create the activation file in the installation directory.

5. Re-run the activator, point it to the 'Passport Activation file' to activate it.

Target file: PM5Passport.pass

Output file: PM5Activation.pmact

6. Re-run the application, and then re-enter the registration name and serial, and then during the off-line activation dialogue, point it to the activated 'Passport Activation file'.

Target file: PM5Activation.pmact

7. If you wish to reactive the application from scratch, then you will have to deactivate the existing activation license:

-> Help -> Licensing -> Deactivate this Computer

It will produce a "Passport Deactivation file', which can be ignored:

Output file: PM5Deactivation.deac

8. If you find yourself having problems with tracking where the various licensing files are deposited, refer to the 'Tools' sub-folder in the archive kit, and install and configure 'VoidTools Everything', it's a 'God Send'.

9. You are done!

Props and thanks to ne_viens @ Ru-Board for the mighty fine RCE!