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Q: Ipod classic wont un-hold..

My newly aquired ipod clasic has been playing up, the latest it refuses to come off "hold" setting.

rendering it useless!

iPod classic, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.4)

Posted on Aug 27, 2013 5:53 AM

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Q: Ipod classic wont un-hold..

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  • by Axeman1020,

    Axeman1020 Axeman1020 Aug 27, 2013 5:58 AM in response to pigeonsailor
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    Aug 27, 2013 5:58 AM in response to pigeonsailor

    Have you tried resetting it?

    Reset

    To reset your iPod:

    • 1. Toggle the Hold switch on and off. (Slide it to Hold, then turn it off again.)
    • 2. Press and hold the Menu and Center (Select) buttons simultaneously until the Apple logo appears, about 6 to 10 seconds. You may need to repeat this step.

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    • Tip:
      • If you are having difficulty resetting your iPod, set it on a flat surface. Make sure the finger pressing the Select button is not touching any part of the click wheel. Also make sure that you are pressing the Menu button toward the outside of the click wheel, and not near the center.
      • If the above steps did not work, try connecting iPod to a power adapter and plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet, or connect iPod to your computer. Make sure the computer is turned on and isn't set to go to sleep.