My iPod 4g is stuck on the lock screen is there a way to fix it without deleting everything?

Please Help!!!! I was typing in my password to my iPod & it just froze & it's been stuck like that for hours and I don't want to delete all the apps and pictures on it. I NEED ADVICE!!!! ASAP

Try:
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
  Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar              

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