the invention disclosed provides an apparatus and method for a doorframe mounted covert video surveillance system . the surveillance system can be implemented in any location where monitoring passage through a door is desired . the invention allows for the quick adjustment of camera angle or the removal of the camera frame assembly , supplies a solution for video distorting caused by ground looping , and can provide a video signal to devices which record , store , or transmit images via rf to a monitor in a remote location . the apparatus includes a mounting bracket , a camera frame assembly , a non - conducting rubber - like grommet , a miniaturized camera , shock absorbing functionality , and a decoy plastic faceplate including a card reader or biometrics reader . the mounting bracket can be mounted on , in , or near a doorframe or similar structure without substantial modification to the doorframe or structure . the camera frame and mounting bracket are assembled together to allow easy adjustment of the camera angle through an arc path of up to 120 ° without dismantling the camera frame assembly .