Layers & stuck in opacity mask layer CS6

Hi,
I have two layers. Upper most with text is locked.
Bottom layer is an image I have applied a transparency/gradient mask for the raster image. Now, seems my layers palette is stuck in a mode called 'Layers (Opacity Mask)'.
Not seen this before, but this is CS6. How do I get out to the main, root level of the layers palette?
thanks!

In the Transparancy Panel, select the left icon.
You have select the right icon (to edit the Transparancy mask)
regards,
Ton

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