scope:

This standard defines the colors for marking connections commonly used for electronic devices in a home theater system. This standard adds continuity to installation information, and ensures consistency of information to installers.

CEA-863-A does not define the colors for marking F-connectors commonly used for electronic devices in a home television system. See CEA-897. Similarly, CEA-863-A does not define the terms, abbreviations, and/or color codes applicable to vehicle and aftermarket audio and security equipment. See CEA-803-A.