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How to Go Live with Zeus and OBS

Below is a detailed step-by-step tutorial on how to locate your RTMP Endpoint and RTMP Key from your Zeus Cluster dashboard and configure them in OBS for streaming. Where possible, sample screenshots are indicated as placeholders—simply replace these with your actual images when preparing your final documentation.

Part 1: Retrieving Your RTMP Details from Zeus Cluster

Step 1: Log in and Navigate to Streams

  1. Log in to Your Zeus Cluster Account:

    • Open your web browser and go to zeuscluster.com.
    • Enter your credentials and log in.

    Screenshot 1:
    [Image showing the login screen of zeuscluster.com]

  2. Access the Streams Section:

    • In the left-hand menu, click on Streams.
    • This will take you to the Streams Overview page.

    Screenshot 2:
    [Image highlighting the left-hand menu with "Streams" selected]

Step 2: Locate Your Specific Stream

  1. Find Your Stream:

    • Scroll through the list until you see your stream.
    • Alternatively, use the Search Box in the upper-right corner of the table to filter for your stream.

    Screenshot 3:
    [Image showing the Streams Overview page with the search box highlighted]

  2. View Stream Metrics:

    • On the right-hand side of your stream row, click Actions > View Stream Metrics.
    • This action will take you to the Stream Summary page.

    Screenshot 4:
    [Image showing the Actions menu with "View Stream Metrics" selected]

Step 3: Get Your RTMP Endpoint and Key

  1. Access Connection Details:

    • On the Stream Summary page, locate the Actions button in the upper-right corner.
    • Click on Actions > Connection Details.
    • A new page will appear with your stream’s connection details.

    Screenshot 5:
    [Image showing the Connection Details page with RTMP Server and RTMP Key highlighted]

  2. Note Your RTMP Information:

    • RTMP Server: This is your streaming endpoint.
    • RTMP Key: This unique key authorizes your stream.
    • Optionally, you may see additional endpoints (like HLS endpoints or HTML5 web player code) which are useful for other purposes.

    Screenshot 6:
    [Close-up image showing the RTMP Server and RTMP Key fields]

  3. Copy the RTMP Server and RTMP Key:

    • Highlight and copy these details; you’ll need them for configuring OBS.

Part 2: Configuring OBS with Your RTMP Details

Step 4: Open OBS and Access Stream Settings

  1. Launch OBS Studio:

    • Open OBS on your computer.

    Screenshot 7:
    [Image showing the OBS Studio main window]

  2. Access Settings:

    • Click on the Settings button in the lower-right corner of OBS.

    Screenshot 8:
    [Image highlighting the Settings button in OBS]

  3. Navigate to the Stream Tab:

    • In the Settings window, click on the Stream tab located in the left-hand sidebar.

    Screenshot 9:
    [Image showing the OBS Settings window with the Stream tab highlighted]

Step 5: Enter Your RTMP Server and Key

  1. Select Streaming Service:

    • From the Service drop-down menu, choose Custom... (if Zeus isn’t listed).

    Screenshot 10:
    [Image showing the OBS Stream settings with the Custom option selected]

  2. Paste Your RTMP Endpoint and RTMP Key:

    • In the Server field, paste the RTMP Server URL you copied.
    • In the Stream Key field, paste your RTMP Key.

    Screenshot 11:
    [Image showing the OBS Stream settings with the RTMP Server and Stream Key fields filled in]

  3. Apply the Settings:

    • Click Apply, then OK to save your settings.

Step 6: Start Streaming

  1. Begin Your Live Stream:

    • Once configured, click Start Streaming on the OBS main window.
    • OBS will connect to your Zeus Cluster using the provided RTMP details.

    Screenshot 12:
    [Image showing OBS Studio with a live preview indicating that streaming has started]

Summary

  • From Zeus Cluster: You navigated to the Streams section, found your stream, and accessed the Connection Details to retrieve your RTMP Endpoint and RTMP Key.
  • In OBS: You opened the settings, selected the custom stream service, pasted your RTMP details, and saved your settings before starting the stream.

This completes your tutorial on setting up your live stream using Zeus Cluster and OBS. Enjoy broadcasting your content!

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