Frequently Asked Questions

Please check out our Kestrel 5000 Firmware change log to view the differences in the various firmware versions: Firmware Change Log

Please ensure privacy pin is not turned on. On the Kestrel, go to Main Menu->Bluetooth and press the center button. Then highlight Privacy Pin and turn off with left or right arrow. After doing this, try running the update again.

Please check out our tutorial:

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

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

Please see this guide:

Kestrel 5700 with Hornady 4DOF Downloads

How to Connect a Kestrel 5700 with Hornady 4DOF to Kestrel LiNK Ballistics App   (Size: 227.9 KB)

Quick guide on connecting a Kestrel 5700 with Hornady 4DOF to the Kestrel LiNK Ballistics App

No. While the KST1000 does have Bluetooth in it, it does not connect to any Kestrel or other product.