I just purchased a second hand Lionel NS SD80mac (6-28204). I am using a CW80 controller and everything works great as far as directional controls, odyssey speed control, rail sounds, bell and horn. I noticed that the directional lights don't seem to be functioning properly, or so I believe.
When the loco is moving forward, no lights on the rear are illuminated. When the train is in reverse, only the lights circled below are illuminated. The lights on the front of the train don't change pattern when the train is forward or reverse.
Is directional lighting only a feature if I am running TMCC or should these be operational with a standard controller?
Thanks!