Frequently Asked Questions

We have seen issues after updating the firmware causes your Kestrel to disconnect frequently. The fix for this seems to be just restarting your mobile device. After restarting the mobile device, try connecting again to the new Kestrel LINK app

Any time you connect to the Kestrel LiNK app on your mobile device, it will automatically check for any firmware updates. If it does not prompt you for a firmware update, then you have the latest version.

Please check out our tutorial:

Support Documents for all Kestrels

Kestrel 5000 Series Bluetooth Guidance   (Size: 656.1 KB)

Find answers to common Bluetooth connection issues

You will need to update your Kestrel firmware version to 1.35 (or higher) in order to use the HUD. You can update your Kestrel firmware through the Kestrel LiNK Ballistics for Android or iOS apps

Please see this guide on how to update your Kestrel Firmware using Windows:

Kestrel 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

How to Update Kestrel 5000 Series Firmware with Windows   (Size: 573.5 KB)

Tutorial on how to update your Kestrel 5000 series firmware using LiNK for Windows.

Please see this guide for updating Kestrel 5000 series units with MAC/OSX:

Kestrel 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

How to Update Your Kestrel 5 Series Firmware with MAC/OSX   (Size: 821.1 KB)

Tutorial on how to update your Kestrel 5000 series firmware using LiNK for MAC/OSX

Please see this guide:

Please see this guide:

Kestrel 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

Issues connecting Kestrel DROP or Kestrel 5000 Series to Kestrel LiNK Legacy app for Android   (Size: 266.8 KB)

Attached is a guide to help connecting to Kestrel LiNK Legacy app for Android if you device is not showing up on the list of available devices.

The Cellular version uses cellular data. The Wi-Fi version transmits via Wi-Fi up to 1000 ft line of sight.

Battery life will depend on Bluetooth usage. Typical usage without using the app frequently should get 130 hours of battery life. Battery life goes down drastically when connect to the app and live streaming the wind values, especially in colder temperatures.

Make sure Bluetooth^® is turned ON on your phone. On the Kestrel, go to the Main Menu->Bluetooth and turn it ON. Press the center button while Bluetooth is highlighted and check to ensure that Conct is set to PC/Mobile and it shows Available. Next go to the application that you are connecting with on your phone and select the Kestrel as the device you would like to connect with. Please note: if you do not find the Kestrel on your phone’s “standard” Bluetooth connection screen, that does not mean that the Kestrel is not working properly. Please first go to the application and try to connect through the application. The Kestrel should connect.

No. The Kestrel 2700 only works with the Kestrel LiNK Ballistics application.

No, the Kestrel 2700 can only connect with the Kestrel LiNK Ballistics application and will not connect with any other accessories.

The Kestrel 2700 will power off after 45 minutes of inactivity however this does not apply when connected via Bluetooth to the Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app

Please see our guide for this Bluetooth issue:

Kestrel 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

Kestrel LiNK Bluegiga Dongle Help Guide   (Size: 439.2 KB)

Get help connecting my Kestrel 5 series unit to my computer using a bluetooth dongle.