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Insert the included batteries in your Kestrel and then attach the lanyard (included). Attach Lanyard Battery Door Latch Note: If using a non-LiNK unit, skip the remainder of this guide and visit www.kestrelballistics.com/help for a complete instruction manual.
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Download Kestrel LiNK Ballistics app to your mobile device. Note: Make sure to choose LiNK Ballistics, not LiNK Weather, when selecting the app.
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Make sure Bluetooth is turned on in your mobile device. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on in your Kestrel and set Connect to PC/Mobile in the Bluetooth Sub Menu. Your Kestrel will not appear on the Bluetooth connection menu in your mobile device.
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Press the button to update the latitude in your Kestrel.
CREATE PROFILE CREATE PROFILE SAVE PROFILE SAVE PROFILE Note: On some android devices, use button. Note: Building gun profiles in the app is the easiest method. Gun profiles can also be created directly in the Kestrel in Ballistics Mode.
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Send your gun profile from the app to the Kestrel. 2.37U 0.51/0.76L Wind... 9:00 5mph New Gun Name Here In the Kestrel, scroll down to make sure the gun profile transferred correctly. Note: To edit gun info or to create a new gun profile, repeat steps 5 & 6...
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Trouble Shooting: If compass calibration is failing, try standing the Kestrel on a flat surface (non-metallic) while rotating. Make sure the Kestrel is in a vertical position before pressing start and remains vertical throughout the calibration turns. KESTREL BUTTONS...
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At this point your Kestrel is ready for use. If you are new to using a Kestrel, we recommend starting with Easy Mode which provides a streamlined set of features for easier operation. To turn on Easy Mode, press the EXIT button to enter the setting menu and change the Mode from Ballistics to Easy.
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If using Easy Mode, on the Kestrel’s solution screen, scroll to Target Setup and press select, then follow on screen instructions. Repeat this step each time you shoot at a new target in a different direction or if the wind or temperature have changed.
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Hint: If unsure of your Muzzle Velocity, or if the solution provided by the Kestrel is not matching your point of aim, use the MV Cal Guide feature at the bottom of the Kestrel’s Easy Mode menu to improve accuracy.
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