EMI & EMC Overview Definition [IEC 61000-1-1] The ability of a device, unit of equipment, or system to function satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment without introducing intolerable electromagnetic disturbances to anything in that environment. A system is said to be electromagnetic compatible if It does not cause interference with other systems It is not susceptible to emission from other systems It does not cause interference with itself. For more details about EMC please watch this video. This will help you to understand the basics about EMC. It will also help you understand about EMI. Thanks !