The Kestrel line is known worldwide for the superiority in the accuracy of the data collected and for the duration of the instrument over time. Today the Kestrel 5500 is at the top of this historic product line.
The Kestrel 5500 is not just a weather data detector for its own sake, but a tool capable of communicating with smartphones, tablets, PCs and MACs in order to create a weather station suitable for the most demanding professional needs.
The model with LiNK connects via Bluetooth to a smartphone or tablet with an iOS operating system with a very professional App, which can be downloaded for free. While for Android systems the app will only be available in March 2016. While the model without LiNK is not able to connect via Bluetooth to smartphones and tablets.
To be connected to a PC with Windows operating system, the USB cable must be purchased separately or the LiNK Dongle Bluetooth accessory for the model with LiNK. The same solution has been designed for MAC computers, but this version will only be available in March 2016.
Compared to the previous series, the screen is wider and offers greater definition. It is also equipped with two different backlights, one of which is in Night Vision red, suitable for not being dazzled when used in full darkness.
Two models are available both in Olive color. The first refers to the version without LiNK not suitable for communicating via Bluetooth and the other with LiNK (Bluetooth) and Wind vane suitable for use with Smartphones and Tablets.