Coin wedged in charging port ipod touch

I pulled a coin out that was wedged in the charging port of my 1st generation ipod touch. It will charge but is not recognized in iTunes. Any idea on how to get itunes to recognize my iPod?

bhazel, the coin was in the dock connector of the iPod, not the a computer USB port.
Look at the dock connector on the iPod. Look for abnormalities like bent or corroded contacts, foreign material and cracked or broken plastic. I suspect something was damaged.
Apple will exchange your iPod for a refurbished for this price:
Apple - Support - iPod - Repair pricing
There are third-party places that will replace the dock connector for less. Google for
ipod touch dock connector replacement.

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