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General| Brand | Kestrel |
|---|---|
| Model | 3550FW |
| Category | Measuring Instruments |
| Language | English |
Instructions for turning the Kestrel 3550 device on and off using the center button.
Guide to downloading the Kestrel KDEX app from app stores and its compatibility.
Step-by-step guide for calibrating the Kestrel's compass by spinning the device.
Advice on how to troubleshoot and repeat the compass calibration if it fails.
Details on what the display shows after successful compass calibration.
Methods to initiate a new compass calibration, including battery removal or app use.
How to switch between True and Magnetic heading displays using the KDEX app.
Using the Kestrel KDEX app's device settings to start the compass calibration.
Instructions for connecting the Kestrel 3550 to a smartphone or tablet via the KDEX app.
Guidance on necessary app permissions and resolving Bluetooth connection issues.
A table detailing all measurement types, their icons, abbreviations, and units for the 3550FW.
How to select and cycle through different measurement screens on the Kestrel unit.
Proper technique for holding the Kestrel vertically to measure wind direction accurately.
Interpreting the 'Hint' abbreviations and units displayed for each measurement.
How to freeze current readings using HOLD mode and navigate measurements in this state.
Ensuring the Kestrel 3550 is connected to the app via Bluetooth for data transfer.
How to take snapshots of all live measurements from the app and add notes or photos.
Procedure to initiate a measurement snapshot directly from the Kestrel 3550 unit.
Details on HOLD mode activation and data saving for Kestrel-initiated snapshots.
How to change the unit of measure for various environmental readings.
Steps to set the internal clock and its automatic synchronization with mobile devices.
Viewing maximum and average wind gust data directly on the 3550 unit.
Procedure for setting a reference altitude or barometric pressure for accurate readings.
How to set the device's altitude reference using a known altitude value.
How to set the device's barometric pressure reference using a known pressure value.
Recommendations for updating reference values based on location and weather changes.
Understanding the symbols used to display barometric pressure trends over time.
Using the Kestrel for water/snow temperature and its waterproof specifications.
Operating the backlight and understanding factors that impact compass accuracy.
Detailed instructions for safely replacing the device's battery, including orientation and seal.
Information on impeller drift, recommended replacement intervals, and calibration.
Guidance on temperature and humidity sensor drift, calibration, and field recalibration kits.
Details on pressure sensor drift, calibration frequency, and recommended recalibration methods.
Instructions for setting up and using the Kestrel 3550 with the Basic Series Vane Mount.
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