How to Get Out of Recovery Mode on iPod Without iTunes
- 1). Disconnect the iPod from the USB connection cable, if plugged in.
- 2). Press the "Power/Hold" button and "Home" button at the same time. The "Power/Hold" button is on the top of the iPod Touch; the "Home" button is below the screen on the front of the iPod Touch.
- 3). Hold both buttons down for approximately 15 seconds, until the screen turns black.
- 4). Reboot the iPod by pressing the "Power/Hold" button on top of the device. The iPod boots into normal mode.