Apple TV update is asking me to connect via USB cord that I don't have. How can I bypass this to access my shows?

I have downloaded the recent apple tv update however it is now asking me to connect to iTunes via USB. I don't have this cord and have never connected to iTunes this way before. Only even via wifi. Does anyone know how I can bypass this

No, you can't by-pass it. If you are getting this error message it mean something has gone amiss with the update and it needs to be connected to itunes to fix it. The USB it needs is a standard Micro USB to USB cable, the kind used by most digital cameras and readily available from any electronics or discount store.

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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1500
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4895
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