Can't get past the connect to iTunes screen, no computer available

I downloaded the new apple software onto my iPad 2 then went on holiday. No problems until I turned it off so we wouldn't be disturbed by any nocturnal bleeps. On turning it back on the screen shows a USB and says connect to iTunes. Unfortunately my computer is in a distant country. I tried for Apple help but on iPad not starting up it tells you to look in settings for your iPad no. Not so useful when it won't start! Can anybody help or am I stuck with a useless iPad for a few weeks? Thanks....

No ideas anybody? I'll try and get to an apple shop tomorrow. Don't know if I can co next to another mac or whether this will wipe the iPad

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