Only the left headphone works on 30g Video

I have a 5th Generation 30gig iPod video, bought in November 2006, so the warranty is expired.
For the last two weeks or so, I've noticed that the right headphone did not work when I used it with my iPod. Thinking that it was a problem with the headphones themselves, I bought a new pair. Sadly, it still didn't work. I tried both pairs of headphones with my computer and they seemed to be working in perfect condition.
However, the interesting part is that when the headphones are plugged in roughly half-way, both sides work. Does anyone know how to fix this problem?
Thanks in advance.

I also have a 5g Ipod, and have the same problem. It's the headphone jack, it is shorted out. You have to get it replaced, take it to your local apple store as soon as possible. If your iPod is not under warranty an longer, i would suggest a third party repair because apple will charge you about the same as a new iPod for this kind of repair.

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