Retro computer boffin creates an all-new perforated tape reader - just don't expect high data reading speeds

Putapre, a retro tape reader.

• New custom tape reader relies on a minimal optical setup using modern parts
• LED tuning and sensor calibration demanded serious patience during early testing phases
• Crosstalk reduction became a key factor in stabilizing signal accuracy consistently

A retro computing enthusiast has built a freshly created perforated tape reader which relies on a minimal set of modern components called Putapre.