HT4962 what to do when Ipod touch 2nd generation with iOS 4.2 when it will not connect to iTunes on a Mac?

When I plug the usb cord into the ipod touch and my macbook pro and then open iTunes, the sync screen on the ipod doesn't show up and iTunes says that the iPhone is sending an invaild message. What should I do to remedy the problem so I can sync my iPod with my iTunes library?

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