New iMac keyboard won't recognize devices

My new iMac won't recognize my iPod when I plug it into the keyboard. I have to plug it into the display . This is tough because of it's location. Anyway to make the keyboard recognize?
Also, neither keyboard nor display will recognize my JVC camcorder of about 1 year old.
Thanks. Customer Service allows me to book a call back for today but they call back to say they are closed.....

HI,
Go here for a list of compatible camcorders.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1014
Always connect the iPod to the USB port on the back of the iMac, not the keyboard.
Why is it difficult to connect to the display?
Carolyn

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