You can test if you like, but the rate is already outlined in the manual.
No news as yet, as always governed by what the Ballast manufacturers decide.
While on the subject of ballasts, as GHL are the only company to provide 1-10V interfaceable ballasts to the North American market, and due to increased interest from third parties controller manufacturers, your dealers will be asking for ProfiLux serial numbers when orders are placed. This is due to the fact the ballast price is heavily subsidised by us to provide the Profilux user with ballasts at a very affordable price.