Can't Unlock after Restore

My Nano is stuck in the locked position. So far, I have:
1. Tried Reset(Select+Menu) many times
2. Toggled Hold back and forth hundreds of times
3. Restored the software and device using iTunes seven times (this works as it should, but iPod will not unlock)
After doing Restore, the iPod screen asks to select the language (as in a normal restore), but I can't....the iPod does not respond to any button pushing! The closed-lock icon remains in the upper left corner of the screen. Shortly after the apparently successful Restore, the screen dims and the iPod becomes unresponsive.
The battery is indicated as fully charged.
Help!
MacBook Pro Mac OS X (10.4.1) emac, ipod, G4, etc.
MacBook Pro Mac OS X (10.4.1) emac, ipod, G4, etc.

Hi Corvoid, and Welcome to Discussions!
Try searching these discussions using the Search box in the upper-right hand corner. I have seen this issue posted before, and I believe some people have found a solution.
If you can't find a solution that works for you, I would suggest sending the iPod back to Apple. All iPods come with one year of complimentary warranty with your new iPod, if the 5Rs don't work for you. Go to http://www.apple.com/support/ipod
On the right side, there is a column titles "Repair and Status." See the link called "Request Repair Online." This will take you to a step-by-step warranty request.
Once your request is processed, Apple will send you an empty box to send your iPod in, with prepaid shipping. Once Apple receives your broken iPod, they will send a new one out. Please be sure you understand the terms and conditions of the repair process.
Keep in mind that it is estimated that Apple has sold over 15 million iPods this Christmas season. If only 1% are defective, that is still hundreds of thousands of iPods that have problems. This is just due to manufacturing and materials - nothing is perfect.
In my experience, Apple's warranty return program is one of the best around. I have had an iPod returned to me within a week, and once it was in less than 24 hours. Keep in mind, however, that your times may vary, and that they may be extra busy during the Christmas season.
If you have a retail Apple store nearby, I would go there first. They may have replacements on hand.
Good luck,
Kyle-

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