Deferred Warranty Revenue and Warranty Reserve - Deferred Warranty Revenue (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Guarantees [Abstract]
2014	$ 30
2015	31
2016	14
2017	9
2018	3
Total	$ 87

The total amount of deferred revenue that will be recognized in future periods.

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Deferred revenue estimated revenue expected recognized fiscal year.

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Deferred revenue estimated revenue expected recognized year five.

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Deferred revenue estimated revenue expected recognized year four.

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Deferred revenue estimated revenue expected recognized year three.

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Deferred revenue estimated revenue expected recognized year two.

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