• EEVblog 1716 - University Dumpster Diving - Kikusui Oscilloscope EEVblogOctober 26, 2025Dumpster Diving,EEVblogComments Offon EEVblog 1716 - University Dumpster Diving - Kikusui Oscilloscope4,042 Views Facebook Twitter LinkedIn A viewer went dumpster diving at the University of Technology and found some classics.Teardown and playing with a Kikusui DSS5040 Analog/Digital Storage scope.Plus a classic Australian BWD 603B Mini-Lab Manual:https://www.eevblog.com/files/Kikusui_DSS5040_E.pdf 00:00 - University Dumpster diving time!02:46 - Kikusui DSS5040 Analog/Digital storage oscilloscope07:12 - Teardown10:51 - Power On17:14 - Digital Storage Mode21:24 - Conclusion Forum:https://www.eevblog.com/forum/blog/eevblog-1716-university-dumpster-diving-kikusui-oscilloscope/ Podcast:Download
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- In episode 1716 of the EEVblog, a viewer discovered a Kikusui DSS5040 analog/digital storage oscilloscope during a dumpster‑diving excursion at the University of Technology. The video documents the find, a teardown of the instrument, and a demonstration of its operation, including power‑on and digital storage mode. The host also showcases a classic Australian BWD 603B Mini‑Lab. The episode provides a detailed manual link for the DSS5040 and invites discussion on the EEVblog forum. The content highlights the value of salvaging and repurposing vintage electronic equipment.
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