The Siemens 6GT2803-1AC10 is a SIMATIC RF310M handheld terminal — a mobile RFID read/write unit built around a PSION WA pro 3C handheld computer. It operates at 13.56 MHz and supports RF300-specific, ISO 15693, and ISO 18000-3 protocols, making it suited for reading small transponders in logistics, assembly, and warehouse identification tasks. The unit ships with Windows Embedded CE 5.0 pre-installed and the RF310M.exe application for executing RF300 and ISO 15693 transponder commands. Programming is done via.NET and C++ through the API 'RFID reader interface' in Microsoft Visual Studio.
IP54 protection means the terminal is dust-protected and splash-resistant — fine for dry indoor logistics and light industrial use, but not for washdown zones or outdoor rain exposure. The integrated lithium-ion accumulator is rated for 3 A·h capacity and delivers a typical operating period of 8 hours per charge. Fast charging is supported via the optional charging/docking station. The battery is permanently installed and not customer-replaceable. The unit is rated for a 1.5 m drop height, which covers common handheld drops onto concrete floors in a warehouse environment. The 3.6-inch VGA color touchscreen (480 × 640 pixels) provides an alphanumeric operator interface. An integrated speaker handles acoustic signaling. The tether port offers RS232 and USB 1.1 connectivity; the docking connection uses a low-insertion-force (LIF) connector. The unit is not multitag-capable — it reads one transponder at a time. Maximum transfer rate over the air is 106 kbit/s. Range is 60 mm, dependent on the external antenna type.
MTBF is listed at 55 years — a reliability figure that reflects the expected mean time between failures under continuous operation in a controlled environment. This is a calculated value, not a warranty guarantee, but it indicates robust design for shift-long use.
Memory and data storage
The terminal carries 256 Mibyte of RAM and 1000 Mibyte of combined data and program memory, of which 900 Mibyte is available for user data. This is adequate for storing transponder read logs, configuration files, and application data for a single-site deployment.
Included accessories and ordering note
The basic unit includes the handheld terminal and a pre-installed accumulator (6GT2898-0CA00). The charging/docking station, WLAN module, and antennas (ANT 3, 8, 12, 18, 30) are sold separately as accessories. Verify your kit contents against the order code — this is the terminal-only variant without docking station.