There is no manual for the iPod Touch in the small plastic box that it comes in. But that doesn't mean that there are no manuals for the iPod Touch.
It’s pretty rare these days to get physical versions of things that can be delivered digitally. Just as more people stream music than buy CDs, and more people download software than get it on disc, there aren’t many printed user manuals for consumer electronics. Instead, companies offer downloadable PDFs.
Such is the case with Apple's iPod Touch user manuals. The iPod Touch comes with only a few pages of documentation. Apple offers iPod Touch manuals on its website for each compatible version of iOS, as well as some other information. So no matter what model of Touch and version of the operating system you have, you'll find the right manual below.
These iPod touch manuals provide general instructions for using your iPod, with instructions and details specific to each version of iOS.