Hello DeviLe15,
It sounds like you are unable to get the iPod to connect correctly to your peripheral. I suggest the troubleshooting in the following article named to help troubleshoot the iPod:
Troubleshooting iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch accessories
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts2634
The first step in troubleshooting any accessory is to determine whether the accessory is compatible with the device. If the accessory is available on the Apple Online Store, see if your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch model is listed.
Installing the latest version of iOS may resolve the issue. Learn how to find out which version of software is installed on your iPhone and update if necessary.
Note: If the device does not update successfully, the issue may be with device and not with the accessory. See one of the following articles, depending on your device:
Disconnect the accessory and turn it off, if possible. Restart iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad by turning it off and then back on. When the Home screen reappears, reconnect the accessory.
Restore iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to its factory default state. You should rarely need to use this step with an accessory issue. If the issue only affects a third-party accessory, contact the manufacturer before restoring the device.
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Take care,
Sterling