Apple tv can't connect to server

I received the message on AppleTV that the device can't connect to the server.  Home Sharing was on, and I was able to view movie trailers and photos, but could not play music - every time I tried I received the "can't connect to server message.  Try again later".  I checked the network connection, and it was fine, and then I thought I would try signing out and signing back in again.  Big mistake, as now the message is that I can't sign on.  Using Apple TV second generation, home sharing, and software is all up to date.
Any advice?
Thanks!
Melanie

Saw some other posts which said to unplug for 30 seconds... that worked!

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