IPod shuts off while connected after 1.2.1 firmware

I'd like to check and see if anyone else has had this experience:
Ever since the 1.2.1 iPod firmware update, my 30GB model has had a problem where it decides to shut down without warning when idle -- even when it's plugged into my iPod dock on an actively running computer for hours. When it gets to that state, iTunes won't open properly unless the iPod is unplugged.
I can solve the problem temporarily by resetting the iPod, but eventually (whether it's a few hours or a few days later) the problem happens again.
I've tried restoring the iPod completely as well as using a different USB port, so don't think it's a simple matter of a corrupt download. If there were an easy way to revert back to 1.2.0 in iTunes, I would!

Hard Reset the  iPod  as below- this does not delete or erase any song or data.
After charging till full charge, at least 2 hours (preferably 4 hours)
Toggle the Hold switch, make sure you dont see the red mark when you do the  next step
Reset the iPod -> Press Menu and Center button simultaneously for about 10 secs till the Apple Logo comes ON
Then release the buttons
Select your preferred language.
Here is the Apple support Article on the 5Rs
http://www.apple.com/support/ipod/five_rs/classic/
Good Luck!

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