IPod 5G 30GB Hold Button Doesn't Hold

Hi everyone,
I have a problem with my 5G 30GB iPod Video. The hold button does not work when the iPod is off its dock. When the iPod is off the dock, the hold button simply does not hold when it's on the orange position and the volume/song/etc all change on their own if I keep it in my pocket or purse while listening. However, when I place the iPod in its charging dock (a Belkin TuneSync )the hold button works fine, with the little lock symbol appearing in the top right and everything. The symbol does not appear when the device is off the dock.
Does anyone know how to fix this problem? It seems kind of strange. I haven't dropped the iPod.

try restoring your iPod--it always seems to fix little annoying quirks like this!

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