Software tools
Practical software for event engineers and production teams.
Software at Event Tech Research is built around real show workflows: clear control, useful monitoring,
fast troubleshooting, field networking, and documentation that stays connected to the system it describes.
Featured software
MYLan
MYLan is a portable DHCP server and field network utility built for temporary event, audio, and
production networks. It is designed to help engineers quickly deploy a simple DHCP service from a
laptop when devices need reliable automatic IP addressing on site.
The interactive DHCP guide explains the DORA handshake, packet structure, lease handling, DHCP
options, and practical troubleshooting using MYLan as the example field tool.
- Portable DHCP server for Windows and macOS workflows
- Useful for isolated show networks, Dante-style infrastructure, and temporary engineering setups
- Includes educational documentation for understanding how DHCP behaves in the field
Field utility / public software resource
ETR-NodeScope
ETR-NodeScope is a software concept for making networked event systems easier to understand at a
glance. It is aimed at engineers who need fast visibility of nodes, links, status, and system health
during setup, commissioning, and live operation.
The sizzle reel shows the intended look and feel: a clear, technical interface for mapping connected
equipment, tracking operational state, and keeping show-critical information close to hand.
Coming Soon
Control
OSC and device helpers
Lightweight interfaces and translation layers for linking mixed-vendor equipment into simpler,
repeatable operator workflows.
- Scene and preset control concepts
- Cross-system command mapping
- Clear feedback for operator confidence
Monitoring
Status dashboards
Focused views for technical teams who need to understand audio paths, network state, and fault
conditions quickly during a live show.
- Signal path and endpoint visibility
- Show-day health checks
- Support-friendly logs and notes
Documentation
System records
Tools and templates for keeping patching, routing, presets, and technical handover information
close to the production workflow.
- Routing and configuration records
- Venue-specific operator notes
- Repeatable commissioning checklists
Built for the field
The software direction is intentionally practical. The goal is not to replace specialist show tools,
but to connect the gaps between systems so engineers can move faster and make better decisions.
- Small tools that solve specific production problems
- Interfaces designed for dark rooms, pressure, and limited time
- Open-architecture thinking so systems remain adaptable
Open work and collaboration
Public software, prototypes, and supporting experiments are shared through GitHub where possible.
For venue-specific tools or private integrations, start a conversation about the workflow first.
