Apple tv only shows itunes icon

I'm not trying to sync my itunes account with my apple TV, but for some reason my apple tv (after using it for several months) is now frozen on a screen shot of Apple tv box with a cable connecting to itunes....i have unplugged the unit, reset the wireless and both haven't helped...anyone have this issue?

Hello, cjdl.
Thank you for visiting Apple Support Communities.
If your Apple TV displays a connect to iTunes graphic, you will need to restore your device. Here is the article that walks you through that process.
Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): Restoring your Apple TV
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4367
Cheers,
Jason H.

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