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title: Step 3 - Adding an input in ZEC
slug: how-to-guides/step-3-adding-an-input-in-zec
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createdAt: 2024-12-20T21:24:08.436Z
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If you did <u>not</u> select the **Allow automatic RTMP input** setting, then to contribute a stream from Wirecast into the Zixi ecosystem, you will need to define an input stream on the Zixi side through ZEC.

**To add an input on ZEC:**

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On ZEC, in the **Inputs** section, click **+ New Input**. The **Add new Input stream** window is displayed.

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In the **Stream ID** field, enter a unique Stream ID that will be used to identify the stream that is sent from Wirecast.
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Select the **RTMP** radio button.
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Under **Stream Parameters** section select the **Push** radio button.
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Click **OK**.
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