Play Count no longer updated from Ipod

After I updated the software on my Ipod, it no longer updates plays to the play count tally on Itunes when I update the Ipod. Formerly it did this automatically. Now only songs played on my computer go towards the play count tally. What gives?
HP Pavilion   Windows XP  

If you have changed the iPod updating method to Manual, then this is a normal event.
If not (you're still on 'automatic update', or 'update selected playlists'), then I don't have an easy answer.
You can try Resetting Your iPod to correct this problem. It may take several attempts.
If that does not solve the problem, then Restore Your iPod and reload the music back onto the iPod, from your iTunes.

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