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Borrowing Arrangements (Schedule Of Additional Information Regarding Interest Expenses) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 28, 2012 | Sep. 30, 2011
Debt Disclosure [Abstract] |  |
Effective interest rate on the liability component | 6.86% | 6.86%
Cash interest expense recognized (contractual interest) | $ 105 | $ 400
Effective interest expense recognized | $ 428 | $ 1,345

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