The Kestrel line is known worldwide for its superiority in the accuracy of the data collected and for the durability of the instrument over time. Today the Kestrel 5500 is at the top of this historic line of products.
The Kestrel 5500 is not only a weather data detector for its own sake, but an instrument 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 smartphone or tablet with iOS operating system with App, very professional, downloadable 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 for the model with LiNK, the LiNK Dongle Bluetooth accessory. The same solution was 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 also has two different backlights, one of which in the red Night Vision, which is suitable not to be 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 Weathervane suitable for use with Smartphone and Tablet.