Eli Wallace found the Kino dispenser during his initial exploration of the Destiny. He quickly made use of them to explore the ship, record messages for posterity (both from himself and other crew members), and to document anything he feels is noteworthy. He also sends the probe through the Stargate to investigate un-explored worlds. There are an untold number of Kinos aboard the Destiny, which are dispensed by a station in the Kino room. As one Kino is taken from the dispenser, a new on is automatically generated, provided the ship has the power and resources to do so.