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Stefan,
1. use sidereal tracking. These mounts are susceptible to significant backlash, so set Goto approach azimuth to negative as we are in the southern hemisphere, and for the altitude you may need to try both approach settings to see which is better. The trick is to approach the object in the same direction as the motors would drive while tracking so as to minimise the backlash.
2. try running the focuser through its travel during daylight and you should be able to see the mirror moving - this works for SCTs but not sure if you'll be able to see it clearly with a Mak
3. under decent viewing conditions you should see detail such as the bands and spot. Jupiter is low now, and if the seeing wasn't good that would contribute. But also, what focal length eyepiece were you using?
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