Basis of Presentation - Summary of Other Assets (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Aug. 31, 2015	May. 31, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Net investment in sales-type leases	$ 5,545	$ 5,876
Prepaid expenses and other	4,584	4,265
SERP	3,218	3,521
Demonstration equipment	240	81
Total other assets	$ 13,587	$ 13,743

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This element represents the aggregate of the assets reported on the balance sheet at period end measured at fair value on a recurring basis by the entity. This element is intended to be used in connection with the fair value disclosures required in the footnote disclosures to the financial statements.

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The net investment in sales type leases as of the balance sheet date consisting of: (a) minimum lease payments on sales type leases and (b) unguaranteed residual value; less: (i) executory costs, (ii) unearned income, and (iii) the accumulated allowance for uncollectible minimum lease payments.

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-SubTopic 30

-Section 50

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The aggregate carrying amounts, as of the balance sheet date, of assets not separately disclosed in the balance sheet.

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Amount of asset related to consideration paid in advance for costs that provide economic benefits in future periods, and amount of other assets.

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