Delete and erase all files

I have just started to use my iPad and when trying to sync with PC I had difficulty so I erased and deleted all files to start fresh and to see if this would help. Now when I connect usb to PC i get the message that this ipad cannot be used because the Apple mobile device is not switched on. When I go back to my iPad all I can get is a picture of my usb pointng to Itunes. Anyone help as to how to restore basic settings in and iPad that is fully charged but won't open any more that the diagram to connect to iTunes? Ivan Gordon

Hi and welcome......
Try restarting the iPad. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the red slider appears. Slide your finger across the slider to turn off iPad. To turn iPad back on, press and hold the Sleep/Wake until the Apple logo appears.
You may need to restore the iPad as new, instructions here.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3828
You won't lose any iTunes content such as photos, videos, apps, etc. That is all stored in iTunes.
Carolyn
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