Im positive its an Apple tv 2. I just tried plugging it in a power source for 30min to charge a battery and then plugged the micro-usb and still no luck.
Still no luck. I connected the power source along with the micro-usb and i restored it in iTunes. I then disconnected the power source and then the apple tv just dies on me.
Connect the micro-usb, then connect the power cord. Now with the light blinking, hold down the menu and play button on the remote for 7 seconds while facing the apple tv. Then unplug the power cable and the light should stay on.