compatibility for ATSVR applications

ability of any (sub)-system to interact with another (sub)-system according to a set of predefined rules in the form of interface specification and protocol definition
NOTE 1 to entry: Quite obviously, the ATSVR constituents are compliant with the environment standards. In this regard, the different systems are mutually compatible; i.e. are not interfere with one another.
NOTE 2 to entry: Regarding communication ability, a given piece of equipment will be said to be compatible with different MMIs when able to communicate with the range of objects (networks, DE, Position Reference Sources) sharing these MMIs. Compatibility comprises working within the set of rules applying to a given type of MMI.
NOTE 3 to entry: Two pieces of equipment are said to be interchangeable, from the viewpoint of an interface, when they are both compatible with this interface.

Application Area: Recovery of stolen vehicles