# 23837491 Dark station (zero backlight in displays and controls) software, quadruple, quadruple | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

New EVC software part number for Dark Station on a Quadruple D6-DPI sterndrive installation. It sits within the quadruple DPI EVC framework: basic features such as Trip computer, Single lever, and Cruise control are supported, while Joystick Docking and DPS are not. HMI is available via the 2.5" display, Glass Cockpit, or the 8" EVC displays.

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Dark station (zero backlight in displays and controls) software, quadruple
-   Quadruple installation
-   Other configurations: 23837488 (single), 23837489 (twin), 23837490 (triple)
-   For Quadruple D6-DPI sterndrive installations
-   Quadruple DPI supports basic EVC features (Trip computer, Single lever, Cruise control, etc.)
-   Joystick Docking and DPS are NOT supported on quadruple DPI
-   Installation: quadruple
-   Engine and drive: D6-DPI
-   EVC generation: not stated in document
-   Fits: Quadruple D6-DPI sterndrive installations

## 🔌 Function

Unlocks Dark Station in the Electronic Vessel Control system.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   No start or reduced power operation after a control unit change
-   Mismatch fault codes between engine and control unit software
-   Functions that the installation should have are absent
-   Diagnostic tool cannot communicate with the unit
-   Parameters reverting after a power cycle

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Order against your engine family AND the number of engines - these licences are not interchangeable between configurations

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 958.6 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Type:** Ignition & Controls
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 958.60 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 23837491 Dark station (zero backlight in displays and controls) software, quadruple, quadruple | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/23837491-software-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-10-11