# Setting up an RTMP pull input
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This section describes how to set up the source content on the upstream system, and how to create an RTMP pull input that connects the upstream system to MediaLive. 

With an RTMP Pull input, MediaLive connects to the upstream system when the channel starts and *pulls* the sources. 

To perform this setup, you must work with an operator at the upstream system.

**Topics**
+ [Obtain information](setup-rtmp-pull-obtain-info.md)
+ [Create an RTMP pull input](setup-input-rtmp-pull.md)
+ [Ensure correct setup on the RTMP upstream system](setup-uss-rtmp-pull.md)
+ [Result of this procedure](setup-result-rtmp-pull.md)