Cannot put files from mac formatted ipod onto pc

i have an ipod that is formatted for mac. i don't have all of the original mp3 files for my music on my computer and need to put them onto a pc. i used a program (podutil) to get the music off of my ipod and onto my mac, then i wanted to move them to my pc. the files will not copy -- incorrect syntax.
is there any way to make these files play on a pc?

Hi Tempest,
First thing: Are you sure you have all the music you want to put in the PC? Then, if you have some Files or Folder in your iPod copy them to your mac. Once this done (and verified) Restore your iPod, but this time ask the Restoration Programe to format the iPod in Windows Mode and enable the Disk Use (I can't remember how it's called).
Put your music and files back to your Windows Formated iPod and then plug it into the PC (with iTunes installed).
Now you'll be able to see and use the files.
Edgar.

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