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Segment, Product and Geographic Information (Details Textual) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Allowance for sales returns and discounts, accounts receivable related party (in dollars)	$ 427	$ 342

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- Definition

A valuation allowance for receivables due a company that are expected to be uncollectible.

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- Details

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