I can't sync iPhone with computer because iTunes won't display the device menu option anymore

The device menu won't appear across the top of iTunes - its as if my iPhone 5 is invisible. This is a sudden surprise after syncing my iPad yesterday. Help?!

You can only sync to one computer at a time.
Before attempting to sync-are you logged in as the same user as the old iTunes, can you select transfer purchases when right click on iPhone icon?
Might also want to look at this: http://www.podtomac.com/

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