Abbreviated EIA, a trade association representing the U.S. high technology community. It began in 1924 as the Radio Manufacturers Association. The EIA sponsors a number of activities on behalf of its members, including conferences and trade shows. In addition, it has been responsible for developing some important standards, such as the RS-232, RS-422 and RS-423 standards for connecting serial devices.
Electronics Industries Alliance (EIA) Home Page Provides information about EIA's industry sectors and groups, as well as corporate EIA information, departments, government relations, market research, and public affairs.