Organization Nature of Operations and Principles of Consolidation - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended 12 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Jun. 30, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]        
Recurring losses $ 6,701 $ 47,206    
Proceeds from private placement 8,414      
Cash 6,859 10,390 6,595 11,813
Gaiam Incorporated
       
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]        
Debt outstanding to related party, due in 2014 2,600      
Maturity date of related party debt 2014-04      
Silicon Valley Bank | Alteris
       
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure [Line Items]        
Borrowing base availability $ 5,247