When i plug my ipod touch 5th gen it says it is an iphone in itunes.  i also only have a itunes symbol on my screen and all it will do is turn on and off

My ipod has an itunes display on the screen.  all i can do is turn it on and off.  I plug it in to a computer and itumes opens and says it is a iphone instead of a ipod.  Any help?????
Thanks
Daron

Try:                                               
- iOS: Not responding or does not turn on
- Also try DFU mode after try recovery mode
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings
- If not successful and you can't fully turn the iOS device fully off, let the battery fully drain. After charging for an least an hour try the above again.
- Try another cable       
- Try on another computer                            
- If still not successful that usually indicates a hardware problem and an appointment at the Genius Bar of an Apple store is in order.
Apple Retail Store - Genius Bar                                     

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