IMac to Macbook Pro Migration

I am trying to migrate my iMac (3 years old) to my new Macbook Pro. But, I am unable to get past the request for log-in. The software states hold down "T" key, but that does nothing except fill the userid with t's.
I also tried holding Command/Option P & R during a restart, but that did not work also.
Any ideas on getting my data and applications moved from the iMac to the Macbook Pro?

Here an Apple KB article: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1661
It appears your computer is included in the list. As long as the two computers are connected, and the MacBook Pro is already booted up, holding down the T key as soon as you turn the iMac on should lead you to the FW icon. Make sure you hold the T key the entire time as soon as you hear the startup chime on the iMac.
The only thing I can think of is a bad firewire cable. I've never had any issues with target disk mode so that's about as much help as I can offer.
Bryan

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