Q: my ipod 5th generation wont turn on at all it is just a black screen

Hello, et09876.  

Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.  

I understand that your iPod displays a black screen.  Here are a couple of troubleshooting articles that I would recommend going through for this issue.  

If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch doesn't respond or doesn't turn on

http://support.apple.com/HT201412

Get help with the screen on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203039

Cheers, 

Jason H.