Can't get vcr to record (by 3 users)

I just got cable tv. I had Dish previously and was able to record shows on my VCR. The cable prompts all tell me that my vcr is recording, but in
actuallity nothing is being recorded to the vcr. Do I need some kind of
a box or what. I am able to watch things I had previously recorded or
movies. I just do not have the ability to make new recordings.

Harry

Have same problen wiith toshiba w522 can play moviies on large screen sharp, but cannot record with it. cannot find the manual for it..

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