Just to update everyone that has provided so much assistance in my foolish quests.
Received an R2LC code 8 board from Lionel parts & service ( I just ordered it a couple of days ago, so that was REALLY fast service and shipping! kudos to Lionel) I almost plugged it into the RE power supply connector, however it was clearly marked as such so I looked around and found a board already plugged into the R2LC connector. I removed that board and installed (plugged in) the R2LC board from Lionel. I did not have a comfortable feeling without instructions to know if I was doing this correctly. However careless and foolish I was, I forged ahead. Following TRW's instructions I powered up the unit and tried the bell and whistle without response. Then went to the reset procedure and low and behold when I hit the set button the horn blew! WooHoo! Finishing up the procedure I was then able to have TMCC control of the engine! total success for sure! Thanks to all who shared their knowledge and wisdom supporting this endeavor. Now I will go back to lionel and order a railsounds board and power supply for the next round. The funny thing is I may not keep this set as it is huge! Don't get me wrong it is a beautiful unit, it just make my post was Illinois Central look like it is HO scale!
Again Thanks to all who were VERY Patient with me.
John
