Error when formating Ipod

My Ipod Video was continuously crashing and freezing so I decided to do an iTunes restore and as it didn't change much, I actually formated my iPod thinking it could change something. The problem is that it isn't turning on at all. When I press the center button I get the apple logo for a few seconds and then it kinds of resets an I the logo on and on. When I connect my ipod to the computer it doesn'changes except a few times when it indicated "battery very low please wait"
I therefore charged it using an AC adaptr without much results
Thanks for your help

So sorry... I totally overlooked the fact that you said macbook ~.~ However, I did find something on your issue. Try this Discussion Board http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=792697&tstart=150

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I'm getting the same error message. How did you resolve it PLEASE!!!!

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First, try a system reset. It cures many ills and it's quick, easy and harmless...
Hold down the on/off switch and the Home button simultaneously until the screen blacks out or you see the Apple logo. Ignore the "Slide to power off" text if it appears. You will not lose any apps, data, music, movies, settings, etc.
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I've done everything the support tutorial has told me to do and nothing has worked. It used to be a (-36) error but now it just plain says the disk can't be read from or written. I'm tired and want my music, I hope I can fix this soon since I have a trip and would like to bring along my music with me.
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hi toriko!
It used to be a (-36) error but now it just plain says the disk can't be read from or written.
just checking. were you working through this article?
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what versions of itunes and the ipod software are you using?
love, b

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So sorry... I totally overlooked the fact that you said macbook ~.~ However, I did find something on your issue. Try this Discussion Board http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=792697&tstart=150

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I have the same problem. I was wondering if you were able to resolve this issue. if you did please email me the answer at [email protected]
I will highly appreciate that..
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